Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Colene is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'young girl' or 'youthful'. Its language path includes forms like Colleen and has evolved into its modern usage. The name embodies traits of youthfulness and femininity, with no significant biblical relevance. It saw a rise in popularity in the mid-20th century and is viewed positively today.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/koʊˈliːn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Colene is derived from the Greek name 'Colleen', which means 'girl' or 'young one'. The name has evolved in usage over time to denote a sense of youthfulness and femininity.
Meaning
young girl, youthful
Language Evolution
Colleen (Irish), Colene (Anglicized form), Colene (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Colene gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as an Anglicized version of the Irish name Colleen.
Variants & Derivatives
Colleen, Colina, Coley
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Colene is perceived as a charming and somewhat vintage name, often associated with warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Colene Sullivan (American actress), Colene McDaniel (American author)
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 47 peak births in 1931
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2619th of 9107 | 208 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1394th of 9204 | 566 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2451st of 12526 | 401 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3352nd of 19264 | 316 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8418th of 27321 | 128 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
75.87% 1795th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- |
52.27% 1230th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
87.20% 1942nd/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in North Carolina across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2619th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1394th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2451st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3352nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8418th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.