Girl
Colette
people of victory
About Colette
Imagine a name that whispers French sophistication while remaining perfectly accessible in any setting. Colette achieves this delicate balance with apparent effortlessness. The name carries literary prestige without feeling pretentious, artistic flair without seeming affected. Its two syllables roll off the tongue with a pleasing rhythm that sounds lovely in every context. Professional environments receive it well, creative circles embrace its aesthetic appeal, and family gatherings find it warm and personable. The name offers built-in versatility—formal enough for résumés, charming enough for coffee shop orders, distinguished enough for publication bylines. Parents seeking European elegance without pronunciation complications will find this ideal. Coco provides an adorable nickname option for childhood years. The name suggests refinement and intelligence while maintaining approachability. For a daughter who might pursue anything from fashion design to astrophysics, Colette adapts beautifully to every possibility.
Popularity of the Name Colette
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | #968 | ||||
| 1929 | #887 | ||||
| 1930 | #891 | ||||
| 1931 | #857 | ||||
| 1932 | #832 | ||||
| 1933 | #724 | ||||
| 1934 | #832 | ||||
| 1935 | #732 | ||||
| 1936 | #828 | ||||
| 1937 | #769 | ||||
| 1938 | #694 | ||||
| 1939 | #828 | ||||
| 1940 | #821 | ||||
| 1941 | #752 | ||||
| 1942 | #815 | ||||
| 1943 | #746 | ||||
| 1944 | #742 | ||||
| 1945 | #857 | ||||
| 1946 | #689 | ||||
| 1947 | #646 | ||||
| 1948 | #634 | ||||
| 1949 | #597 | ||||
| 1950 | #595 | ||||
| 1951 | #505 | ||||
| 1952 | #492 | ||||
| 1953 | #456 | ||||
| 1954 | #452 | ||||
| 1955 | #468 | ||||
| 1956 | #449 | ||||
| 1957 | #454 | ||||
| 1958 | #419 | ||||
| 1959 | #442 | ||||
| 1960 | #426 | ||||
| 1961 | #444 | ||||
| 1962 | #441 | ||||
| 1963 | #437 | ||||
| 1964 | #442 | #47 | |||
| 1965 | #452 | #48 | |||
| 1966 | #372 | #53 | |||
| 1967 | #435 | #61 | |||
| 1968 | #487 | #55 | |||
| 1969 | #489 | #286 | #55 | ||
| 1970 | #501 | #64 | |||
| 1971 | #520 | #69 | |||
| 1972 | #597 | #364 | #76 | ||
| 1973 | #603 | #73 | |||
| 1974 | #621 | #68 | |||
| 1975 | #660 | #66 | |||
| 1976 | #756 | #66 | |||
| 1977 | #787 | #75 | |||
| 1978 | #829 | #90 | |||
| 1979 | #885 | #98 | |||
| 1980 | #826 | #92 | |||
| 1981 | #930 | #105 | |||
| 1982 | #817 | #118 | |||
| 1983 | #861 | #147 | |||
| 1984 | #808 | #136 | |||
| 1985 | #710 | #135 | |||
| 1986 | #897 | #136 | |||
| 2012 | #664 | ||||
| 2013 | #613 | ||||
| 2014 | #523 | ||||
| 2015 | #525 | ||||
| 2016 | #470 | ||||
| 2017 | #530 | ||||
| 2018 | #535 | #896 | |||
| 2019 | #497 | ||||
| 2020 | #532 | ||||
| 2021 | #456 | #856 | |||
| 2022 | #452 | ||||
| 2023 | #442 | ||||
| 2024 | #401 | ||||
| 2025 | #316 | ||||
| 1997 | #515 | #332 | |||
| 1998 | #484 | #389 | |||
| 1999 | #668 | #357 | |||
| 2000 | #765 | ||||
| 2001 | #822 | ||||
| 2002 | #970 | ||||
| 1987 | #161 | ||||
| 1988 | #158 | ||||
| 1989 | #173 | ||||
| 1990 | #209 | ||||
| 1991 | #227 | ||||
| 1992 | #264 | ||||
| 1993 | #274 | ||||
| 1994 | #286 | ||||
| 1995 | #313 | ||||
| 1996 | #300 | ||||
| 2004 | #717 | ||||
| 2005 | #737 | ||||
| 2007 | #903 | ||||
| 2008 | #683 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Colette
Names Similar to Colette
Nicknames for Colette
- Coco
- Lettie
- Cole
- Etta
- Lette
Famous People Named Colette
| Colette Carr | American singer and songwriter |
| Colette Dinnigan | Australian fashion designer |
| Colette Guimond | Canadian bodybuilder |
| Colette McBeth | British author and journalist |
| Colette Mann | Australian actress |
| Colette Roberts | American abstract painter |
| Colette Rousseau | French Olympic fencer |
| Colette Saint Yves | French actress |
| Colette Besson | French Olympic gold medalist in athletics |
Characters Named Colette
| Colette Tatou | Pixar character in the movie "Ratatouille" |
| Colette Ferro | Character in the movie "Aliens" |
| Colette Pierce | Character in the TV series "The Good Fight" |
| Colette Brancillon | Character in the novel "The Red Lily Crown" |
| Colette Valois | Character in the video game "Assassin's Creed Unity" |
| Colette Brunel | Character in the video game series "Tales of Symphonia" |
| Colette Deroux | Character in the TV series "The Originals" |
| Colette Parks | Character in the movie "Remember Me" |
| Colette Winters | Character in the TV series "Orphan Black" |
| Colette DeVille | Character in the movie "102 Dalmatians" |