Green; moon
In Slavic languages, the name is derived from the word for the color green, symbolizing life and nature. It is also associated with the Greek name Selena, meaning moon, which has led to its use as a celestial and ethereal choice. The name gained some modern recognition through popular culture but remains rare in the United States.
About 19 girls were named Zelena in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The Wicked Witch of the West character · Once Upon a Time
American actress
