Catriona
Meaning of Catriona
Catriona is a beautiful and feminine name with Scottish Gaelic and Irish Gaelic origins. It is pronounced as ka-TREE-nuh in both Scottish and Irish Gaelic. In English, it can be pronounced as kuh-TREE-nuh. The name has variations such as Catrina.
Although not extremely popular, Catriona has been steadily used as a baby name in the United States over the years. In recent times, it has been given to around 6 to 30 newborn girls each year. While it may not be among the most common names, Catriona possesses an air of uniqueness and sophistication that many parents seek for their daughters.
The associations of the name Catriona are steeped in Scottish and Irish heritage. Its roots connect to Celtic traditions and evoke images of lush landscapes, folklore, and ancient history. Choosing Catriona for your baby girl can showcase a strong connection to these rich cultural backgrounds while also offering a distinct and enchanting name choice.
Pronunciation
Scottish Gaelic,Irish Gaelic
- Pronunced as ka-TREE-nuh (/kəˈtriːnə/)
English
- Pronunced as kuh-TREE-nuh (/kəˈtriːnə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Catriona
| Catriona Gray - Catriona Elisa Magnayon Gray is a Filipina model, singer, beauty queen, and television personality who won the title of Miss Universe 2018, becoming the fourth Filipina to win the competition. |
| Catriona McPherson is a Scottish writer best known for her Dandy Gilver series and has won several prestigious awards for her novels. |
| Catriona McKenzie is an Australian filmmaker recognized for her work on Satellite Boy, Kiki and Kitty, and Wrong Kind of Black, and she is the founder of Dark Horse production company. |
| Catriona Morison is a Scottish mezzo-soprano known for her exceptional vocal talent. |
| Catriona Shearer is a Scottish broadcast journalist and producer, known for her work as a presenter on BBC Scotland's Reporting Scotland. |
