It derives from the irish word cailín girl/woman, the diminutive of caile woman, countrywoman. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. The meaning of colleen is an irish girl.
The name colleen is primarily a female name of american origin that means girl Definition of colleen noun in oxford advanced learner's dictionary Click through to find out more information about the name colleen on babynames.com.
Its variations and cultural significance make it a timeless choice for parents seeking a name that combines heritage with elegance. Derived from the irish word cailín meaning girl It is not commonly used in ireland itself, but has been used in america since the early 20th century. Colleen jones, curling champion and broadcaster, dies at 65 she won two world titles and six canadian national championships, and was also a television anchor, reporter and commentator.
