Holding steady.
Popularity of Colene since 1908
Babies named Colene per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 77 |
| 1920s | 194 |
| 1930s | 358 |
| 1940s | 226 |
| 1950s | 193 |
| 1960s | 244 |
| 1970s | 179 |
| 1980s | 109 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Colene is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1908. It reached its peak popularity in 1931, though it never entered the top 1000. The name has remained in occasional use since, with a stable trajectory over the decades. Its obscurity makes it a highly distinctive choice, with no associated top states or strong regional ties. While its etymology is debated, it likely stems from Irish roots via Colleen or from the English surname Cole. For parents seeking an uncommon name with a familiar sound, Colene offers a unique alternative to more popular variants.
Colene is a rare English name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1908. It likely originated as a spelling variant of Colleen, itself derived from the Irish word cailín meaning 'girl', or as a feminine form of Cole, a surname meaning 'swarthy' or 'coal-black'. The name saw modest use in the early 20th century but never achieved widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Colly, Lena
Sibling names for Colene
Names that share Colene's style, for a brother or sister.
