Coleen

Q: What is the origin of Coleen?

Coleen is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Coleen?

According to the latest SSA data, Coleen is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Coleen a girl name?

Coleen is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Meaning

"Girl; Young Woman"

From Irish cailín meaning girl, Coleen developed in Anglophone contexts as an Irish-identified feminine given name.

Themes:irishdiminutivefemininetraditional

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Popularity History of Coleen

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Coleen did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

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not ranked after 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Coleen Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Coleen.

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cole

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coly

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leen

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leey

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eeny

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cie

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Coleen mean?

Coleen means "Girl; Young Woman". From Irish cailín meaning girl, Coleen developed in Anglophone contexts as an Irish-identified feminine given name.

What is the origin of Coleen?

Coleen is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Coleen?

According to the latest SSA data, Coleen is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Coleen a girl name?

Coleen is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Coleen?

Popular nicknames for Coleen include cole, co, coly, leen, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Coleen?

There are many names similar to Coleen in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withC

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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