Colleen
GirlIrish
Colleen is a girl name of Irish origin meaning "Girl, lass".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Irish
Religion
Christian
Popularity
18 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Girl, lass
Etymology
From Irish 'cailín', meaning 'young girl' or 'lass', which was adapted into English as Colleen.
Famous People Named Colleen
- Colleen McCullough — Australian author (1937-2015)
- Colleen Hoover — American author
- Colleen Dewhurst — Canadian-American actress (1924-1991)
- Colleen Moore — American actress (1899–1988)
- Colleen Camp — American actress and film producer
Frequently Asked Questions About Colleen
What does the name Colleen mean?
Colleen means "Girl, lass", and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of the name Colleen?
Colleen originates from Irish, commonly used in Europe.
Is Colleen a boy or girl name?
Colleen is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Colleen associated with?
Colleen is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Colleen?
Yes — notable people named Colleen include Colleen McCullough (Australian author, 1937-2015), Colleen Hoover (American author), Colleen Dewhurst (Canadian-American actress, 1924-1991), Colleen Moore (American actress, 1899–1988) and Colleen Camp (American actress and film producer).
Last updated: June 2026