Colleen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOL-een / /kəˈliːn/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: girl; Gaelic: young girl
Historical & Cultural Background
Colleen is derived from the Irish word 'cailín', meaning 'girl' or 'young girl'. Traditionally, it has been used as a term of endearment in Irish culture. Although primarily a feminine name, it has occasionally been used for boys in modern contexts. The name reflects a connection to Irish heritage and identity.
Trend Summary
Colleen has been predominantly used as a feminine name and has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Colleen was first seen in the United States in 1927. Colleen has ranked as high as #1129 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Colleen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Colleen (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 2005 | 6 |