Cait
kate
Cait is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Short form of Caitlin, which is the Irish form of Katherine, meaning 'pure'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2005.
What Cait Means
“Short form of Caitlin, which is the Irish form of Katherine, meaning 'pure'.”
The Story of Cait
This short, crisp name carries the echo of ancient purity.
Cait is the direct Irish short form of Caitlin, which itself is the Irish adaptation of the Greek name Katherine. Katherine's origins trace back to 'katharos,' meaning 'pure'.
When you say 'Cait' for your daughter, you feel a sense of her innate purity and independent spirit. It’s a name for a child who will move through life with quiet determination and unwavering integrity.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#16 in 2005
Total Births
153
First Recorded
2000
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