Caitrin
KAIT-rin
Caitrin is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “An Irish form of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine, of uncertain meaning, possibly 'pure'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1986.
What Caitrin Means
“An Irish form of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine, of uncertain meaning, possibly 'pure'.”
The Story of Caitrin
Imagine a name carried through Irish history, a gentle echo of a Greek concept, now waiting for your child to give it new life.
Caitrin is an Irish form of Katherine, which itself derives from the Greek name Aikaterine. The meaning of Aikaterine is uncertain, though it is frequently ascribed to 'pure.' This name has traveled from ancient Greece through Irish lore, landing here for your daughter.
For your child, Caitrin suggests a spirit of keen intelligence and quiet kindness. You envision your daughter navigating the world with grace, her independent nature shining through her actions.
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Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#22 in 1986
Total Births
410
First Recorded
1976
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