Colette
Colette first appears in US records in 1892. It peaked in 2025, when 962 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 962.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Colette popular?
Near its peak Colette is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 4,403 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 4,998 | |
| 2000s | 1,666 | |
| 1990s | 1,426 | |
| 1980s | 1,790 | |
| 1970s | 2,494 | |
| 1960s | 4,764 | |
| 1950s | 3,670 | |
| 1940s | 1,204 | |
| 1930s | 747 | |
| 1920s | 461 | |
| 1910s | 250 | |
| 1900s | 76 | |
| 1890s | 38 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Colette mean?
Colette is a French short form of Nicolette, “victory of the people.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Colette mean?
Colette means Victory of the people. Colette is a French short form of Nicolette, “victory of the people.”
What is the origin of the name Colette?
Colette is of French origin.
How do you pronounce Colette?
Colette is pronounced “koh-LET.”
Is Colette a boy or a girl name?
Colette is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Colette a popular name right now?
Colette is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Colette?
In 2025, Colette ranked #316 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Colette most popular?
Colette was most popular in 2025, when about 962 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Colette?
Names similar to Colette include Nadine, Adele, Amelie, Belle, Delphine.
What names go well with Colette?
French names that pair well with Colette include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.