girl name · Scottish origin
Catriona
/ kah-TREE-nah /
Meaning
Catriona means Pure (Scottish).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
kah-TREE-nah
Popularity of Catriona in the US, 1880–2025
Catriona first appears in US records in 1965. It peaked in 1998, when 32 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Catriona mean?
Catriona is the Scottish Gaelic form of Katherine, traditionally “pure.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Catriona mean?
Catriona means Pure. Catriona is the Scottish Gaelic form of Katherine, traditionally “pure.”
What is the origin of the name Catriona?
Catriona is of Scottish origin.
How do you pronounce Catriona?
Catriona is pronounced “kah-TREE-nah.”
Is Catriona a boy or a girl name?
Catriona is most commonly used as a girl name.
When was the name Catriona most popular?
Catriona was most popular in 1998, when about 32 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.