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Colleen

Colleen is an Irish name meaning 'girl' or 'young woman.' It conveys a sense of youthfulness and vitality, often evoking images of a spirited, lively individual who embodies charm and grace.

Key Stats

Total births163,084
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1964
Peak generationBoomer
First recorded1912
Most recent2025
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 21%TX — 20%IL — 20%OH — 20%PA — 19%

Notable People

Colleen Dewhurst (Actress, *Anne of Green Gables*) · Colleen McCullough (Author, *The Thorn Birds*) · Colleen Zenk (Actress, known for *As the World Turns*) · Colleen Haskell (Television personality, *Survivor*) · Colleen Hoover (Author, known for her contemporary romance novels)

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