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Colene

ko-LEEN

Colene is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “A variant of Colleen, derived from the Irish word 'cailín,' meaning 'girl' or 'young woman'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1931.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginIrish

What Colene Means

A variant of Colleen, derived from the Irish word 'cailín,' meaning 'girl' or 'young woman'.

The Story of Colene

Carried on the wind from Ireland, a name meaning 'girl' arrives with a timeless, gentle grace for your daughter.

Colene is a variant of the Irish word 'cailín,' meaning 'girl' or 'young woman.' This name carries the essence of Irish charm and simplicity. It found a place in American naming traditions in the early 20th century, peaking in popularity in the 1930s, and though it has since faded, its sweet, familiar sound lingers.

When you whisper 'Colene,' it feels soft and familiar, like a lullaby sung in Irish. You can picture writing it on a birth announcement, the letters flowing with an easy warmth. This name suggests a daughter who will be gentle and compassionate, someone who sees the good in everyone and moves through life with an open heart.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

FriendlyKindGentleCompassionate

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Peak Year

#47 in 1931

Total Births

1,624

First Recorded

1908

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