Catriona Malcolm

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Catriona Malcolm — pure
150K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Catriona Malcolm is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Catriona is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Scottish/Irish Gaelic form of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine. Immortalized by Robert Louis Stevenson's 1893 novel Catriona, the sequel to Kidnapped. The surname Malcolm: Malcolm (given name), includes a list of people and fictional characters Malcom (footballer) (born 1997), Brazilian football forward Maol Choluim de Innerpeffray, 14th-century bishop-elect of Dunkeld Máel Coluim, Earl of Atholl, Mormaer of Atholl between 1153/9 and the 1190s Máel Coluim, King of Strathclyde, 10th century Máel Coluim of Moray, Mormaer of Moray 1020–1029 Máel Coluim (son of the king of the Cumbrians), possible King of Strathclyde or King of Alba around 1054 Malcolm I of Scotland (died 954), King of Scots Malcolm II of Scotland, King of Scots from 1005 until his death Malcolm III. Catriona is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 150K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Catriona reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Catriona

Meaning: pure

Greek

Scottish/Irish Gaelic form of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine. Immortalized by Robert Louis Stevenson's 1893 novel Catriona, the sequel to Kidnapped.

Surname: Malcolm

Scottish

Malcolm (given name), includes a list of people and fictional characters Malcom (footballer) (born 1997), Brazilian football forward Maol Choluim de Innerpeffray, 14th-century bishop-elect of Dunkeld Máel Coluim, Earl of Atholl, Mormaer of Atholl between 1153/9 and the 1190s Máel Coluim, King of Strathclyde, 10th century Máel Coluim of Moray, Mormaer of Moray 1020–1029 Máel Coluim (son of the king of the Cumbrians), possible King of Strathclyde or King of Alba around 1054 Malcolm I of Scotland (died 954), King of Scots Malcolm II of Scotland, King of Scots from 1005 until his death Malcolm III.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Catriona is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 70%
Ireland 21%
Australia 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Catriona by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Catriona has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Katrina
  • Katherine
  • Caitriona

Notable People Named Catriona Malcolm

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Catriona Malcolm:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Catriona?
The first name Catriona originates from Greek. Scottish/Irish Gaelic form of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine. Immortalized by Robert Louis Stevenson's 1893 novel Catriona, the sequel to Kidnapped.
When was Catriona most popular?
The name Catriona reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Malcolm?
The surname Malcolm originates from Scottish. Malcolm (given name), includes a list of people and fictional characters Malcom (footballer) (born 1997), Brazilian football forward Maol Choluim de Innerpeffray, 14th-century bishop-elect of Dunkeld Máel Coluim, Earl of Atholl, Mormaer of Atholl between 1153/9 and the 1190s Máel Coluim, King of Strathclyde, 10th century Máel Coluim of Moray, Mormaer of Moray 1020–1029 Máel Coluim (son of the king of the Cumbrians), possible King of Strathclyde or King of Alba around 1054 Malcolm I of Scotland (died 954), King of Scots Malcolm II of Scotland, King of Scots from 1005 until his death Malcolm III.
What are the origins of the name Catriona Malcolm?
The name Catriona Malcolm combines two different traditions: the first name Catriona has Greek roots, while the surname Malcolm originates from Scottish.
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