Colleen name meaning

By
Updated: March 17th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Irish, Greek, Gaelic and Celtic
Usage: English and Irish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Colleen c(ol)-leen
Meaning: The Element CailĂ­n with the Meaning Girl and Victory and People
Add to favorites

What does Colleen mean?

Colleen means Girls or Victory and People is used substantially in Irish and English, a unisex name is of Greek, Gaelic, Celtic and Old Irish origin. Colleen is celebrated on March 6th.

ALSO READ :  10 Gorgeous Girls Names from Ireland

How do I pronounce Colleen?

The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Colleen is c(ol)-leen.

Variants of Colleen

Coleen, Coline, Colette, Stivan, Coleene, Colene, Coletta, Nicolette

Names that rhyme with Colleen

How popular is the name Colleen?

Colleen was a popular name in United States. Over 162586 babies have been named Colleen since 1901. At the peak of its usage in 1966, it ranked 92nd when 4542 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 155 years. Additionally, the moniker has been in the top 100 baby names 5 times Colleen used to be a common name in France, first appeared in 1955 and over 1658 babies have been given the name in 34 years.

When at the peak of its usage in 1999,. But after 34 years, the name has lost its appeal a bit and is now ranking low. Also, Colleen was a common name in New South Wales.

Over 2074 babies have been named Colleen since 1952. When at the peak of its usage in 1952,. After 14 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts.

Colleen is a familiar baby name in Queensland during its short run, it been to the top 100 names. In 1964, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 43 on girl names chart when 93 babies were given the name Colleen.

Over 620 people have been named Colleen in Queensland. In England and Wales, Colleen is a unique name where it has been in use since 1996 and has secured the place in top 800 names.

In 1996, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 753 on girl names chart when 30 babies were named Colleen. Over 230 people have been named Colleen in England and Wales.

Colleen is an uncommon baby name in Ireland, although it has been in use since 1968 but could not make beyond the top 200. Over 478 babies in Ireland have been named Colleen.

It had a short run of 10 years on Belgium girl names chart. But Colleen is a popular baby name in Canada where every 1 in 900 have the name as well as in, South Africa, Australia, England and New Zealand.

According to our findings, over 330000 babies have been named Colleen globally.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018211689
20171916104
20161942102
20151816114
20141772116
View more ▾View full list ▾

Facts

Colleen in Nordic countries

CountriesWomen
First NameSecondary Name
Netherlands4433
Sweden2127
Norway420
Denmark220

What numerology tells about Colleen?

When it comes to professional progress, you like to keep your focus on one thing at the time. You test your limits not to amaze others and prove you are courageous but to satisfy the adrenaline hunger inside your heart. You are a walking inspiration with an amazing aura. Even if you hate it, you know that opening up to new experiences is good for your soul and personal progress. You could be a poet because of the original way you express yourself.

Looking for a name like Colleen? Please go through the following names

  •  Aed - Mostly used in English, Aed means "Fiery" and is given to baby boys has its origin in Celtic
  •  Fagan is used largely in English aimed at boys. Its origin is in Celtic, Fagan means "Little Hugh or Little Ardent One"
  •  Erving - Pleasing and All time favorite Celtic Erving bestowed upon boys which is used commonly in English, meaning of Erving is "Green, Fresh Water or Friend of the Sea"
  •  Vivienne - Lofty and Venerable girl name Vivienne is rooted from Latin and Celtic, particulary used in French, Danish and Norwegian languages, meaning of Vivienne is "Alive or Viviane"
  •  Senga - The well-known and ever lasting girl name Senga is used dominantly in Scottish and Gaelic has origin in Celtic and Old Greek. Senga is Gaelic form of Agnes
View more names similar to Colleen

Middle names for Colleen

Possible options for a child named Colleen include these well-received and atypical middle names:

View more middle names that goes with Colleen.

Sibling Names for Colleen

If you are considering the name Colleen for your baby girl, then you might also be interested in other names that would complement it perfectly. Here is a list of sibling names that could go well with Colleen, each with their own unique charm and appeal.

Sister for Colleen

Brother to Colleen

Famous people named Colleen

  • Colleen McCabe, former British schoolteacher
  • Colleen Higgs, South African writer and publisher
  • Colleen Doran, American writer/artist and cartoonist
  • Colleen Beaumier, Canadian politician
  • Colleen McCullough, Australian author
  • Colleen Jones, Canadian curler and television personality
  • Colleen Haskell, former American reality show contestant
  • Colleen Dewhurst, Canadian-American actress
  • Colleen Zenk, American actress best
  • Colleen Atwood, American costume designer
  • Colleen Moore, American film actress
  • Colleen Dion-Scotti, American actress
  • Colleen Browning, Anglo-American realist and magical realist painter
  • Colleen Camp, American character actress and producer
  • Colleen Shannon, American DJ, actress
  • Colleen Villard, American voice actress best known as voice of Sora Takenouchi in the 'Digimon' anime and the current voice of Miles "Tails" Prower and Charmy Bee
  • Colleen Farrington, American model, Playboy Playmate
  • Colleen Kollar-Kotelly, United States District Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia and was Presiding Judge of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court
  • Colleen Corby, retired American model
  • Colleen Williams, American journalist
  • Colleen Sostorics, Canadian retired women's ice hockey defenseman
  • Colleen O'Connor, American former ice dancer
  • Colleen Walker, American professional golfer
  • Colleen Clinkenbeard, American voice actress, line producer
  • Colleen Hewett, Australian theatre and TV actress
  • Colleen McEdwards, Canadian journalist and educator
  • Colleen, composer of electronic and ambient music based
  • Colleen Carlton, fictional character
  • Colleen Taylor, American journalist
  • Colleen Broomall, American actress and journalist
  • Colleen Barrett, President Emerita and Corporate Secretary of Southwest Airlines
  • Colleen Madamombe, Zimbabwean sculptor
  • Colleen Hartland, former Australian politician
  • Colleen Kay Hutchins, was Miss America 1952
  • Colleen Peterson, Canadian country and folk singer
  • Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, American author, speaker, cultural commentator
  • Colleen Coover, comic book artist and author based
  • Colleen McCrory, Canadian environmental activist
  • Colleen Lee, Hong Kong pianist
  • Colleen De Reuck, long-distance runner from South Africa
  • Colleen Bell in Episode #1.6253 as Producer
  • Colleen Wolfe in Episode dated 4 April 2014 as
  • Colleen Keegan in Neurotic Cabaret as Actress
  • Colleen Maloof in Feast as Producer
  • Colleen McGrann in Women on Top as Actress
  • Colleen Crabtree in I Love You, Man as Actress
  • Colleen Casey in General Hospital as Actress
  • Colleen June McQuaide in Happy Acres Pitch Trailer as Writer
  • Colleen Hunt in Same River Twice as Miscellaneous Crew
  • Colleen Coffey, from 1995 drama, thriller movie Indecent Behavior III, who played the Ellie Maddox.
  • In 2003 action, comedy movie, Angry Young Man, Colleen Lynch portrayed Neechee.
  • Colleen Rennison, from 2013 drama flick Down River, who portrayed the Harper.
  • In 1993, Colleen Van Ryn characterized the role of Heather In movie Night of the Cat.
  • Colleen Wagner, from 2014 documentary and history film Women Building Peace, who played N.
  • Colleen Wainwright portrayed the leading character of Dorothy Kramer in 2002 comedy and drama film 97 Brooks.
  • Colleen Kavanaugh, from 1995 horror film The Creeper, who played Amy.
  • In 2011, Colleen MacIsaac portrayed the role of Beth in comedy, horror film The Legend of the Psychotic Forest Ranger.
  • In 2007, Colleen Fujioka portrayed the role of Brooke in action movie Blood of the Samurai 2.
  • In 2002 action flick, Jue zhan Zh Ka Ge, Colleen Chan portrayed N.
  • Colleen McGuire, from 2009 drama film Halloweenies, who characterized Amy.
  • Colleen A. Madden played the key character of Molly Mulligan McEvoy in 2007 drama film Red Molly.
  • In 2008, Colleen Mooney Wright portrayed the role of Rebecca in action film Shoot the Moon.
  • Colleen Kerwick characterized the crucial role of Antoinette O'Sullivan in 2009 film The Fall.
  • In 2011, Colleen Lovett characterized the role of Emily in drama, thriller film I Don't Wanna Feel Nothin' No More.
  • In 2009 comedy, horror film, S.K.I.N.S.: Serial Killers in Need of Support, Colleen Hawthorne played Kathy Cole.

Share your opinion on Colleen
Enter Code: captcha