Kaisa
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Kaisa is a girl’s name of Swedish origin, meaning “A Finnish and Swedish name, a short form of Katarina, ultimately from the Greek Aikaterine, of uncertain meaning, possibly meaning 'pure'.”. It currently ranks #8658 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2003.
What Kaisa Means
“A Finnish and Swedish name, a short form of Katarina, ultimately from the Greek Aikaterine, of uncertain meaning, possibly meaning 'pure'.”
The Story of Kaisa
From the cool elegance of Scandinavia, this name carries a whisper of purity and quiet strength, waiting to be discovered by you.
Kaisa is primarily a Finnish and Swedish name, recognized as a short form of Katarina. Katarina itself is a variation of Catherine, ultimately tracing back to the Greek name Aikaterine. While the exact meaning of Aikaterine is debated, it is often associated with 'pure.' This name traveled from its ancient Greek origins through various European cultures, solidifying its place in Scandinavian countries before finding its way to other parts of the world.
There's a crisp, clean sound to 'Kaisa' when you say it, like the first snow of winter or the clarity of a northern sky. It suggests a daughter who is both independent and deeply intuitive. When you write 'Kaisa' on a birth card, it feels elegant and thoughtful, a name that carries an innate sense of grace and self-possession.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#25 in 2003
Total Births
682
First Recorded
1966
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