Colleen Starnes

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Colleen Starnes — Irish
143K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Colleen Starnes 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 Starnes: Charles J. Starnes (1912–1993), of Michigan Colin Starnes, professor and author Donna Feore (born 1963), Canadian choreographer and theatre director born Donna Starnes Edgar V. Starnes, Republican member of the North Carolina General Assembly Henry Starnes (1816–1896), Quebec businessman Joe Starnes (1895–1962), congressional representative from Alabama Paul M. Starnes (1934–2015), American politician Todd Starnes, American conservative writer and commentator 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: Starnes

English

Charles J. Starnes (1912–1993), of Michigan Colin Starnes, professor and author Donna Feore (born 1963), Canadian choreographer and theatre director born Donna Starnes Edgar V. Starnes, Republican member of the North Carolina General Assembly Henry Starnes (1816–1896), Quebec businessman Joe Starnes (1895–1962), congressional representative from Alabama Paul M. Starnes (1934–2015), American politician Todd Starnes, American conservative writer and commentator

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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 Starnes

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 Starnes:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Starnes?
The surname Starnes originates from English. Charles J. Starnes (1912–1993), of Michigan Colin Starnes, professor and author Donna Feore (born 1963), Canadian choreographer and theatre director born Donna Starnes Edgar V. Starnes, Republican member of the North Carolina General Assembly Henry Starnes (1816–1896), Quebec businessman Joe Starnes (1895–1962), congressional representative from Alabama Paul M. Starnes (1934–2015), American politician Todd Starnes, American conservative writer and commentator
What are the origins of the name Colleen Starnes?
The name Colleen Starnes combines two different traditions: the first name Colleen has Irish roots, while the surname Starnes originates from English.
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