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Catríona

Girl name · Celtic · Gaelic · Irish · Scottish

Meaningpure · Scottish Gaelic

Catríona is a Celtic and Gaelic girl name meaning “pure”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Catríona

Catríona is a girl name of Celtic, Gaelic and Irish origin meaning “pure”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Catríona at school.

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Questions about the name Catríona

What does the name Catríona mean?

Catríona means “pure” and comes from Scottish Gaelic. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Catalina (“possibly pure”), Katherine (“possibly pure”), Catherine (“possibly pure”) and Katalina (“pure”).

What is the origin of the name Catríona?

Catríona is Celtic, Gaelic and Irish in origin, and its meaning traces back to Scottish Gaelic. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Catríona turns up in more than one tradition. Other Celtic names to consider are Evelyn (“possibly desired”), Hazel (“hazel tree”), Isla (“from Islay”) and Riley (“rye clearing”).

Is Catríona a boy or girl name?

Catríona is a girl name.

What names are similar to Catríona?

If you like Catríona, you might also like Catalina, Katherine, Catherine and Katalina.

What should I know before naming my baby Catríona?

Catríona is a Celtic and Gaelic girl name meaning “pure”, with Scottish Gaelic roots. Scottish Gaelic names carry the sound of the Highlands and islands where they're still spoken. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.