Colette
Colette is a girl name of French, from Greek origin, meaning “Victory of the people”.
| Meaning | Victory of the people |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | French, from Greek |
| Pronunciation | koh-LET |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | France, United States, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Colette
Colette is a French diminutive of Nicole, the feminine of Nicolas, from the Greek nikē, victory, and laos, people. St Colette of Corbie, a fifteenth-century reformer of the Poor Clares, gave it a religious background in France. It is best known from the French novelist Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette, who wrote under the single name Colette and whose novel Gigi became a celebrated film.
Is Colette a religious name?
Colette has a Christian link through St Colette of Corbie, though most parents choose it as a stylish French name.
How popular is Colette?
Quietly fashionable in English-speaking countries; more traditional in France.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Colette mean?
Colette means 'Victory of the people'. It is of French, from Greek origin.
Does Colette have a religious meaning?
Colette has a Christian link through St Colette of Corbie, though most parents choose it as a stylish French name.
How do you pronounce Colette?
Colette is pronounced koh-LET.
Is Colette a boy or girl name?
Colette is usually a girl name.