Koleen
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Koleen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 228 babies have been named Koleen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Koleen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,329 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,329
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Koleen
Koleen is a girl name .
Koleen is currently ranked #65,329 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Koleen include Kol, Kole, Koley, Koleie, Koy, Koie, and Kolkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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