Colette is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1251 in 1997 with 142 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 962 births ranking #316. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 10.7%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 12,258 girls born was named Colette. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Colette is a stylish French classic meaning victory of the people. It feels poised, literary, and quietly fashionable.
The name has long-standing French use and later became admired internationally because of its elegance and delicacy. Its modern revival fits the return of names that feel tailored and graceful.