Caitriona

ka-TREE-na

Gaelic variation of Catherine

"pure"

Updated Wed Apr 17 2024

Caitriona Origin and Meaning

The name Caitriona is a girl's name of Gaelic, Scottish origin meaning "pure".

Both Caitriona and Catriona are commonly heard in Scotland and Ireland. The name was brought to Ireland by the Anglo-Normans, and is the source of nicknames Cait, Caitin, Caitlin and Triona. Actress Caitrona Balfe has gained recognition for her role on Outlander. Pronunciation is like Katrina.

Caitriona Popularity

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Famous People Named Caitriona

Caitriona BalfeIrish model and actress
Caitríona RuaneNorthern Irish politician
Caitríona O'LearyIrish traditional singer
Caitríona O'ReillyIrish poet
Caitriona JenningsIrish distance runner
Caitriona Mary BeggsIrish cricketer

Caitriona in Pop Culture

Caitriona Cassidycharacter on Irish TV series "Fair City"