Katriona

“Scottish Gaelic”

Scotland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1401US 2023

799Births / yr

→Stable

92All-time births

📅 Since 199300

How to pronounce Katriona

kə-tree-nə,kat-ree-o-nə

/kə-tree-nə,kat-ree-o-nə/ · · 3 syllables

“Scottish Gaelic”

Scotland origin · Girl name

What does Katriona mean and where does it come from?

Katriona is a Scottish variant of the name Catherine, which has roots in Greek meaning 'pure.' It is primarily used in Scotland and Ireland and has been popularized in literature and media. The name retains a sense of elegance and has seen varying forms and spellings including Katrina and Catherine.

Cultural significance

Katriona has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Scotland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of scottish gaelic.

Peak popularity

Reached #8506 in 1998 — currently #1401 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Katriona?

Katriona works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Katriona Grace

How popular is Katriona right now?

Holding steady — currently #1401 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1401 · Top 1.0%

1995

2000

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1401	799	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1406	779	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1411	749	▲ up 15049 · +14880% births
2000	#16460	5	▼ down 1391
1995	#15069	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Katriona

Best Year2023Rank #1401

Peak Count799

Average Rank#7149

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1995 - 20235 years

The story of Katriona

Katriona is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 92 total births recorded, Katriona remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15069 in 1995 to #1401 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Katriona in 1998:

Emily Hannah Samantha Sarah Ashley

Katriona by decade

Katriona peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s ★	57
2000s	30
2010s	5

💎Katriona has only 92 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Katriona?

BULGARIAN

Katerina

CROATIAN

InaKataKateKaticaTina

CZECH

Katka

DANISH

CajaCarinaInaKajaKarenKarinKarinaKatjaTrine

What names sound and feel like Katriona?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Katriona also consider these

Dutch-speaking countries · Dutch/German

Katriana

American · Pure; derived from

Katrina

Greek · pure

Kaliona

Hawaiian · Kaliona can mean

Kaviona

American · Derived from Kavina,

Kamariona

American · Arabic

How is Katriona written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Katriona?

Cătălin ROMANIAN Keila ENGLISH Shayla ENGLISH Tayla ENGLISH Ketevan GEORGIAN Keti GEORGIAN Keto GEORGIAN Hekate GREEK MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Katriona

What does the name Katriona mean?

Katriona means "Scottish Gaelic" — a name rooted in Scotland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Katriona?

Katriona is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Katriona?

Katriona originates from Scotland tradition. Scotland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Katriona?

Katriona pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Scotland heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Katriona a common or rare name?

Katriona is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.