Colleen
Colleen is an Irish name meaning 'girl' or 'young woman,' derived from the Irish Gaelic word 'cailín.' It became popular as a given name in English-speaking countries, particularly in the early to mid-20th century, celebrating Irish heritage.
Current Popularity
#2829 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Strong connection to Irish heritage and culture
- •Popular in the 1950s-1970s, now considered vintage
- •Literally means 'girl' in Irish, so some may find it unusual as a given name
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Famous People
Colleen Ballinger
Comedian and YouTuber
Colleen Dewhurst
Actress and two-time Tony Award winner
Colleen Hoover
Bestselling romance author
Colleen McCullough
Author of 'The Thorn Birds'
Statistics
162,754
Total births since 1880
1964
Peak year
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