Colleen Burd

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Colleen Burd — Irish
143K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Colleen Burd is a name that combines Irish origins. The first name Colleen is a feminine given name of Irish origin. Colleen is an English-language name of Irish origin. It derives from the Irish word cailín "girl/woman", the diminutive of caile "woman, countrywoman". Although it derives from the Irish language, Colleen as a given name is rare in Ireland, but far more popular in Irish-descended communities in the United States, Canada, Britain, Australia, and New Zealand. The surname Burd: Surname Clara Miller Burd (1873–1933), American stained glass designer and children's book and magazine cover illustrator David Burd (born 1988), American rapper and comedian known professionally as Lil Dicky Edward Burd (1749–1833), American Revolutionary War officer, lawyer and chief court clerk of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court George Burd (1793–1844), American politician Irina Burd, American physician and professor James Burd (1726–1793), colonial American soldier in the French and Indian War; father of Edward Burd James M. Colleen is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 143K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Colleen reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Colleen

Irish

Colleen is an English-language name of Irish origin. It derives from the Irish word cailín "girl/woman", the diminutive of caile "woman, countrywoman". Although it derives from the Irish language, Colleen as a given name is rare in Ireland, but far more popular in Irish-descended communities in the United States, Canada, Britain, Australia, and New Zealand.

Surname: Burd

French

Surname Clara Miller Burd (1873–1933), American stained glass designer and children's book and magazine cover illustrator David Burd (born 1988), American rapper and comedian known professionally as Lil Dicky Edward Burd (1749–1833), American Revolutionary War officer, lawyer and chief court clerk of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court George Burd (1793–1844), American politician Irina Burd, American physician and professor James Burd (1726–1793), colonial American soldier in the French and Indian War; father of Edward Burd James M.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Colleen is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Colleen by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Colleen Burd

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Colleen Burd:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Colleen?
The first name Colleen originates from Irish. Colleen is an English-language name of Irish origin. It derives from the Irish word cailín "girl/woman", the diminutive of caile "woman, countrywoman". Although it derives from the Irish language, Colleen as a given name is rare in Ireland, but far more popular in Irish-descended communities in the United States, Canada, Britain, Australia, and New Zealand.
When was Colleen most popular?
The name Colleen reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Burd?
The surname Burd originates from French. Surname Clara Miller Burd (1873–1933), American stained glass designer and children's book and magazine cover illustrator David Burd (born 1988), American rapper and comedian known professionally as Lil Dicky Edward Burd (1749–1833), American Revolutionary War officer, lawyer and chief court clerk of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court George Burd (1793–1844), American politician Irina Burd, American physician and professor James Burd (1726–1793), colonial American soldier in the French and Indian War; father of Edward Burd James M.
What are the origins of the name Colleen Burd?
The name Colleen Burd combines two different traditions: the first name Colleen has Irish roots, while the surname Burd originates from French.
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