Colene
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Colene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 764 babies have been named Colene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Colene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,338 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,338
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Colene
Colene is a girl name .
Colene is currently ranked #70,338 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Colene include Col, Cole, Coley, Coleie, Coy, Coie, and Colkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Colene include Colette . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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