Colette is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #664 in 2012 with 426 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 962 births ranking #316. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 167.9%. In 2012, approximately 1 in every 4,133 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.