Selso is a unique and distinctive given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Selius. It is composed of the elements 'se', meaning 'of', and 'liber', which translates to 'free'. Thus, Selso could be interpreted as 'of free birth' or 'born free'. This name was popular among ancient Romans, particularly during the early Imperial period, and has since been adopted by various cultures around the world. Despite its historical roots, Selso remains relatively uncommon today, offering parents a rare and noteworthy option for their child's name.
The name Selso experienced fluctuating popularity over the decades, with a total of 125 births recorded between 1916 and 1999. The most popular years were 1923 and 1954, each with 8 births. Interestingly, there was a significant gap in usage from 1929 to 1970 before the name re-emerged in the late 1970s and maintained steady popularity through the 1980s and 1990s.