Catkin Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

About Catkin

In botany, a catkin is a long, thin flower cluster found on trees such as willow, hazel, oak and birch. The word derives from Middle Dutch katteken "kitten", due to the resemblance to a kitten's furry tail.

Catkin for boys

The word derives from Middle Dutch katteken "kitten", due to the resemblance to a kitten's furry tail.

Pronounced KAT-kin.

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