Colleen

Colleen as a name

Colleen is a female given name of Irish origin, meaning “girl” or “young woman”. It is derived from the Irish word “cailín”, which has the same meaning.

The name Colleen became popular in the United States in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1950s and 1960s. It was often used as a given name for Irish-American girls, and its popularity may have been influenced by the popularity of Irish culture and music during that time.

Famous people named Colleen include Colleen Dewhurst, a Canadian-American actress, and Colleen McCullough, an Australian author.