Coleen
Coleen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Coleen
- A female given name from Ancient Greek, variant of Coline, from Nicoline.
How popular is Coleen?
Since 1880, 11,998 girls in the U.S. have been named Coleen. Its highest rank for girls was #434 in 1950. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Coleen
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Sibling name ideas for Coleen
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Coleen FAQ
What does the name Coleen mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek, variant of Coline, from Nicoline.
What is the origin of the name Coleen?
Coleen is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Coleen?
Since 1880, 11,998 girls in the U.S. have been named Coleen. Its highest rank for girls was #434 in 1950. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Coleen a boy or girl name?
Coleen is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 11,998 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.