Colleen Polo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Colleen Polo — Irish
143K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Colleen Polo 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 Polo: Niccolò and Maffeo Polo (1230–1294 and 1230–1309 respectively), Marco Polo's father and uncle respectively Aldo Polo (born 1983), Mexican footballer Ana María Polo (born 1959), Cuban-American lawyer and Hispanic television arbitrator Andy Polo (born 1994), Peruvian footballer Armando Polo (born 1990), Panamanian footballer Bernardo Polo (died c. 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: Polo

Spanish

Niccolò and Maffeo Polo (1230–1294 and 1230–1309 respectively), Marco Polo's father and uncle respectively Aldo Polo (born 1983), Mexican footballer Ana María Polo (born 1959), Cuban-American lawyer and Hispanic television arbitrator Andy Polo (born 1994), Peruvian footballer Armando Polo (born 1990), Panamanian footballer Bernardo Polo (died c.

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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 Polo

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 Polo:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

1
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Polo?
The surname Polo originates from Spanish. Niccolò and Maffeo Polo (1230–1294 and 1230–1309 respectively), Marco Polo's father and uncle respectively Aldo Polo (born 1983), Mexican footballer Ana María Polo (born 1959), Cuban-American lawyer and Hispanic television arbitrator Andy Polo (born 1994), Peruvian footballer Armando Polo (born 1990), Panamanian footballer Bernardo Polo (died c.
What are the origins of the name Colleen Polo?
The name Colleen Polo combines two different traditions: the first name Colleen has Irish roots, while the surname Polo originates from Spanish.
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