Caledonia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkal-eh-DOH-nee-ah / /ˌkæl.ɪˈdoʊ.ni.ə/Scottish; Latin
Meaning
Scottish: 'from Caledonia'; Latin: 'hard, tough'
Historical & Cultural Background
Caledonia is a historical name referring to the ancient Latin name for Scotland. It is derived from the Latin 'Caledonii', a tribe that inhabited the region. The name evokes a sense of strength and resilience, reflecting the rugged landscape of Scotland. In modern times, it is often used as a poetic or romantic term for Scotland.
Similar Names
Variants
- Caledon
- Callie
International Variants
- Calédonie (French)
- Caledonia (Latin)
Famous people named Caledonia
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Fictional characters named Caledonia
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caledonia was first seen in the United States in 1900. Caledonia has ranked as high as #1310 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Caledonia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Caledonia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |