What is the origin of the name Kolleen?

Kolleen is a name of Irish origin.

How do you pronounce Kolleen?

Kolleen is pronounced kuh-LEEN.

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GirlIrish

Kolleen

kuh-LEEN

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Irish

Total Births

1,016

Peak Year

#48 in 1962

First Recorded

1946

Style

Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A variation of Colleen, an Irish name derived from the Irish word for "girl" or "young woman."

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Koll Lee Ko

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Spelling Variations

Colleen Kollin Kolin

Similar Names

Colleen Maureen Kathleen Eileen

Personality Traits

WarmheartedEmpatheticGentleSociable

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