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Colleen

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Colleen is a girl's name of Irish origin meaning "From Irish cailín, meaning girl.". It is pronounced kah-LEEN. Today it is a popular name (popularity 96/100) and fading.

Irish origin · /kah-LEEN/ · classic

Meaning: From Irish cailín, meaning girl.

Popularity 96/1002 syllablesPeaked 1964↓ Falling

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Most popular in the 1960s.

Today, Colleen is one of the most common baby names (popularity 96/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Frequently asked questions about Colleen

What does Colleen mean?

Colleen means "From Irish cailín, meaning girl.". It is of Irish origin.

Is Colleen a boy or girl name?

Colleen is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Colleen?

Colleen is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 96/100. It was most popular in the 1960s.

How is Colleen pronounced?

Colleen is pronounced kah-LEEN.

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