Cathriona
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Cathriona
Cathriona is the Irish form of Catherine, derived from the Greek name Aikaterina (Αικατερινα), which is believed to mean "pure" or "clear," though the etymology is debated among scholars.
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Etymology
Cathriona is the Irish form of Catherine, derived from the Greek name Aikaterina (Αικατερινα), which is believed to mean "pure" or "clear," though the etymology is debated among scholars. The name is primarily used in Irish Catholic culture and has historical significance in Ireland, particularly associated with Saint Catherine of Alexandria and Irish religious traditions.
Cathriona currently ranks #392 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1981.
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