| Meaning | victorious people |
| Origin | French, Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Col-lette |
Sophisticated French charm meets approachable everyday wear in this delightful choice that effortlessly straddles elegance and practicality. The double-T spelling adds visual interest and a touch of continental flair, distinguishing it from simpler variations. There's something inherently chic about this name, evoking images of Parisian cafés and artistic sensibilities without feeling pretentious or inaccessible. It works beautifully across cultures, easily pronounced by speakers of multiple languages while maintaining its distinctive character. The name has a grown-up quality that ensures it will age gracefully, suiting a toddler, teenager, and professional woman with equal aplomb. It's neither too common nor too obscure, occupying that sweet spot where familiarity meets individuality. The French association lends it sophistication, but the name doesn't require French heritage to feel authentic—it's been embraced internationally. For parents seeking refinement without stuffiness, international appeal without confusion, and timeless style without feeling dated, this represents an excellent compromise that satisfies multiple criteria while maintaining a distinct personality and feminine grace throughout every life stage.
| Colette |
| Colleen |
| Charlotte |
| Catherine |
| Caroline |
| Camille |
| Christie |
| Chloe |
| Claire |
| Christina |
| Celeste |
| Cecilia |
| Coco |
| Lettie |
| Ettie |
| Coll |
| Collette Dinnigan | Australian fashion designer |
| Colette Besson | French Olympic gold medalist in athletics |
| Collette Mann | Australian actress |
| Colette Hiller | English actress and writer |
| Collette Foley | American actress and stuntwoman |
| Colette Avital | Israeli diplomat and politician |
| Collette M. Dowling | American author and feminist |
| Colette Hawa | Lebanese painter and artist |
| Collette Roche | English business executive |
| Colette Bryce | Northern Irish poet |
| Collette Vacations | American travel company founder |
| Colette Justine | French singer and songwriter |
| Collette Wolfe | American actress |
| Colette Peignot | French writer and muse |
| Collette Fagan | British economist and academic |
| Colette O'Neil | Scottish actress |
| Collette Pilley | Australian netball player |
| Colette Brosset | French actress and comedian |
| Collette Stohler | American travel blogger |
| Colette Gouvion | French harpsichordist and pianist |
| Colette Tatou | "Ratatouille" - Disney/Pixar |
| Colette Ferret | "L.A. Noire" - video game |
| Collette Reardon | "Saturday Night Live" sketch |
| Colette Brancaccio | "The Sopranos" - TV series |
| Colette Hiller | "Aliens" - film |
| Colette Dubois | "Midnight in Paris" - film |
| Colette Parks | "Criminal Minds" - TV series |
| Collette Andrews | "Hollyoaks" - TV series |
| Collette Pearson | "EastEnders" - TV series |
| Colette Valois | "The Red Violin" - film |
| Colette Marchant | "Dumbo" - 2019 - Disney |
| Colette Dung | "Dance Academy" - TV series |
| Colette Jones | "Twister" - film |
| Collette Nelson | "Full House" - TV series |
| Colette McVeigh | "Shadow Dancer" - film |
| Colette O'Mahony | "Angela's Ashes" - film |
| Collette Afra | "Lies We Tell Ourselves" - novel |
| Colette Demi | "Friends" - TV series |
| Colette DuBois | "Treme" - TV series |
| Collette Wolfe | "Hot Tub Time Machine" - film |