Irish girl name
Caitríona Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Caitríona means pure. Irish form of Catherine, from Greek katharos, meaning pure
Caitríona is the Irish form of Catherine, a name from the Greek katharos, meaning pure, that spread across Europe thanks to the fourth-century martyr Saint Catherine of Alexandria. In Irish and Scottish Gaelic traditions, the form has been used for centuries, and a Scottish spelling, Catriona, became widely known thanks to Robert Louis Stevenson's novel of that name. Nicknames such as Cáit and Catrina are common. It is a classic that is long enough to feel elegant yet familiar to those who know Catherine, offering a bridge between tradition and ease.
Variants of Caitríona
CaitrionaCatrionaKatrinaCathrin
Well-known people named Caitríona
Caitríona Balfe.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Caitríona mean?
Caitríona means "pure". Irish form of Catherine, from Greek katharos, meaning pure.
How do you pronounce Caitríona?
Caitríona is pronounced kah-TREE-nah.
What is the origin of Caitríona?
Caitríona is of Irish origin. Irish form of Catherine, from Greek katharos, meaning pure.