Collette
Girl name · 348 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Collette: 348 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 25 births in 1986.
A French feminine diminutive of Nicolas, Collette ultimately traces to the Greek *Nikolaos*, meaning “victory of the people.” It gained popularity through Saint Colette, a 15th‑century Franciscan nun known for reforming her order. The name was also famously borne by the celebrated French novelist Colette (Sidonie‑Gabrielle Colette), whose works like *Gigi* remain beloved. While no major place is directly named after a bearer, the root *nico-* appears in many cities worldwide, from Nice to Nikolaev. The spelling Collette, with a double *t* and an extra *l*, is a common variant of Colette and shares a linguistic cousin with Nicole, making it a stylish, classic choice that feels both delicate and strong.
Girl 31 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 198625 babies
- Latest (2005)
- #5774 babies
- Total births
- 348since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 39%vs prior 5y