Meaning & Origin
a female given name
Selin is a girl's baby name of Turkish origin, from the Turkish word sel (flood, current) and the suffix -in, meaning 'flowing water' or 'stream' — evoking the constant, clear movement of water.
Selin is a popular name in Turkey and among Turkish communities worldwide. Its two-syllable simplicity and water imagery give it a clean, natural quality — evoking the serenity of rivers and streams. Outside Turkey it's virtually unknown, making it a distinctive choice with authentic cultural heritage.