Collette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Collette has French origins as a diminutive of Nicole, which means 'victory of the people.' It evolved from Nicole to Collette, maintaining its charm and feminine qualities. Although it lacks biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the early 20th century and is now associated with sophistication and creativity. Notable bearers include the French author Colette and fashion designer Collette Dinnigan.
The name Collette is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Collette has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Collette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2301st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1253rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 962nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1054th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1896th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3497th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2392nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Collette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Collette"
Pronunciation
/kəˈlɛt/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Collette is a diminutive form of the name Nicole, which itself is derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning 'victory of the people.'
Meaning
Victory of the people
Language Evolution
Nicole, Collette
Historical Usage
Collette gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in French-speaking regions, and has seen a resurgence in various cultures due to its charming sound and feminine appeal.
Variants & Derivatives
Colette, Nicole, Collie
Modern Popularity & Image
Collette is often perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, frequently associated with creativity and artistic expression.
Famous People
Colette (Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette), French author and performer, Collette Dinnigan, Australian fashion designer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Collette"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Collette"
"Collette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2301st of 9107 | 260 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1253rd of 9204 | 664 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 962nd of 12526 | 2,119 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1054th of 19264 | 1,869 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1896th of 27321 | 1,080 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3497th of 35406 | 680 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2392nd of 30306 | 912 |
Regional Popularity of "Collette" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Collette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
80.37% 1138th/1416 |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
51.81% 801st/1546 |
82.13% 1278th/1556 |
- |
91.53% 1416th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
35.79% 797th/2227 |
36.91% 897th/2430 |
59.41% 1695th/2853 |
26.67% 740th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
34.35% 1009th/2937 |
29.08% 1013th/3483 |
49.35% 1736th/3518 |
22.85% 924th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.70% 1942nd/3685 |
47.96% 2146th/4475 |
59.03% 3066th/5194 |
28.35% 1791st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
68.81% 5032nd/7313 |
36.59% 2731st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.38% 2087th/3984 |
72.81% 3267th/4487 |
51.41% 3507th/6822 |
37.35% 2344th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Collette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Collette" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.