COLLEEN
The meaning of the unisex name Colleen is GIRL..
Details on COLLEEN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Girl
- Popularity for Girl:
- 5,146th in the USA (top 20%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 25,227th in the USA (bottom 30%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
60 births
COLLEEN as a GIRL in 2024
6 births
COLLEEN as a BOY in 2005
The meaning(s) of COLLEEN:
The name Colleen is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Colleen is: Girl.
The name Colleen is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Colleen is: Girl.
The name Colleen is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Colleen is: From an Irish word for girl. Famous bearer: Australian novelist Colleen McCullough.
USA SSA birth(s) for COLLEEN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name COLLEEN
COLLEEN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 60 births |
| 2023 | 83 births |
| 2022 | 60 births |
| 2021 | 65 births |
| 2020 | 65 births |
| 2019 | 95 births |
| 2018 | 89 births |
| 2017 | 104 births |
| 2016 | 102 births |
| 2015 | 114 births |
| 2014 | 116 births |
| 2013 | 148 births |
| 2012 | 148 births |
| 2011 | 154 births |
| 2010 | 202 births |
| 2009 | 215 births |
COLLEEN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 6 births |
| 1989 | 12 births |
| 1988 | 6 births |
| 1987 | 9 births |
| 1986 | 7 births |
| 1985 | 15 births |
| 1984 | 6 births |
| 1983 | 9 births |
| 1982 | 8 births |
| 1981 | 8 births |
| 1980 | 15 births |
| 1979 | 11 births |
| 1977 | 8 births |
| 1976 | 7 births |
| 1975 | 11 births |
| 1974 | 10 births |
About the name COLLEEN
Colleen, a name that dances gently on the tongue, hails from the Irish word "cailín," meaning "girl" or "young woman," and carries the essence of youthful grace and charm. With roots deeply planted in the lush landscapes of Ireland, this name reflects a rich cultural heritage, evoking images of emerald hills and spirited folklore. Colleen is embraced not only in the rolling valleys of the Emerald Isle but has also found a loving home in various English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia. The name often symbolizes beauty, innocence, and a connection to nature, embodying the spirit of the spirited young women who inspire those around them. As a name that resonates with warmth and familiarity, Colleen is a timeless choice for parents seeking to honor both tradition and individuality, weaving a tapestry of cultural significance and personal meaning into the life of a cherished daughter.
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