girl name · French origin
Colette
/ koh-LET /
Meaning
Colette means Victory of the people (French).
Gender
Girl
Origin
French
Pronunciation
koh-LET
Popularity
#316 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Colette in the US, 1880–2025
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.
What does Colette mean?
Colette is a French short form of Nicolette, “victory of the people.”
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.
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.