Collen

English diminutive of Nicholas or Irish and Scottish

"people of victory; pup"

Collen Origin and Meaning

The name Collen is a boy's name.

Collen is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant spelling of Colin (derived from the Greek name Nicholas, meaning 'victory of the people') or a masculine form of Colleen (from the Irish word 'cailín' meaning 'girl'). In some cases, it could relate to the Old English word 'col' meaning 'coal' or 'dark-featured.' The name remains uncommon in most English-speaking countries, generally overshadowed by the more popular spelling Colin. The double 'l' gives Collen a distinctive look while maintaining familiar pronunciation. Though rare, the name has appeared consistently but sparingly throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Collen has a gentle yet masculine quality, with its soft sounds balanced by its traditional male name structure, making it appealing to parents seeking something familiar yet somewhat uncommon.

Famous People Named Collen

• Saint Collen 7th,century Welsh monk who founded a church in Llangollen
• Collen Warner American soccer player
• Collen Cephas Gwiyo Zimbabwean politician