Colleen

Meaning

Girl or young woman.

Etymology

Derived from the Irish word 'cailín' (girl, young woman). The name was anglicized from Irish Gaelic and became popular as a given name in English-speaking countries during the 20th century.

About the Name Colleen

Colleen is an Irish-derived name that became widely used in English-speaking countries, particularly in America and Australia. It carries a distinctly Irish character and was especially popular from the mid-20th century onward.

Notable Bearers