Colene Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkoh-LEEN / /koʊˈliːn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'victorious'; English: diminutive of Nicole
Historical & Cultural Background
Colene is often considered a variant of the name Colleen, which is derived from the Irish word 'cailín' meaning 'girl' or 'young woman.' The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the mid-20th century. It reflects a blend of traditional Irish roots and modern English naming trends.
Trend Summary
Colene has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Colleen
- Coley
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Colene was first seen in the United States in 1908. Colene has ranked as high as #815 nationally, which occurred in 1931, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Kentucky, California, Oklahoma, and Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Colene has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Colene (1983)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 20 |
| 1928 | 31 |
| 1929 | 37 |
| 1930 | 36 |
| 1931 | 47 |
| 1932 | 42 |
| 1933 | 34 |
| 1934 | 38 |
| 1935 | 32 |
| 1936 | 32 |
| 1937 | 35 |
| 1938 | 32 |
| 1939 | 30 |
| 1940 | 29 |
| 1941 | 18 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1943 | 25 |
| 1944 | 24 |
| 1945 | 22 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 29 |
| 1948 | 24 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 24 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 25 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 19 |
| 1960 | 24 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 23 |
| 1963 | 31 |
| 1964 | 24 |
| 1965 | 27 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 26 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |