Catriona Sinclair

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Catriona Sinclair — pure
150K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Catriona Sinclair is a name combining Greek origins, bringing together "pure" (Catriona) with "from Saint-Clair" (Sinclair). 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 Sinclair from the Norman place Saint-Clair-sur-Epte in Normandy. The Sinclairs came to Scotland and became the Earls of Orkney. 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: Sinclair

Meaning: from Saint-Clair

French

From the Norman place Saint-Clair-sur-Epte in Normandy. The Sinclairs came to Scotland and became the Earls of Orkney.

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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

Variants of the surname Sinclair: Sincler St.Clair

Numerology

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

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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.
How common is the name Catriona Sinclair?
The first name Catriona is shared by approximately 150K people worldwide. The surname Sinclair is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Catriona most common?
The name Catriona is most prevalent in United Kingdom and surrounding regions.
When was Catriona most popular?
The name Catriona reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
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