Syleena

Latinized variation of Greek Selene
"moon"

Syleena Origin and Meaning

The name Syleena is a girl's name.

Syleena is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of names like Selena or Celina, potentially influenced by the common 'Sy-' beginning found in names like Sylvia (from Latin 'silva' meaning 'forest'). The spelling with 'y' and double 'e' gives this name a distinctive appearance while maintaining familiar sounds. Usage records indicate Syleena emerged primarily in the late 20th century in the United States. The name gained some recognition through R&B singer Syleena Johnson who began her career in the early 2000s. While never among the most popular names, Syleena represents the trend of creating distinctive variants of more traditional names through creative spelling variations. The name has a melodic quality with its three syllables and flowing sound pattern.