Cait Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkate / /keɪt/Irish; Scottish; English
Meaning
pure (Irish); a form of Catherine (Scottish; English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, Cait is derived from 'Caitlín', a diminutive of 'Catherine', which has roots in the Greek word for 'pure'. In Scottish contexts, Cait is often used as a standalone name or a diminutive of 'Caitriona', also linked to 'Catherine'. The name has been popular in English-speaking countries, reflecting a blend of these cultural influences.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kate
- Caitlin
- Kait
International Variants
- Caitriona (Irish)
- Catherine (French)
- Catarina (Portuguese)
Famous people named Cait
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Fictional characters named Cait
Cait — 'The Witcher' series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cait was first seen in the United States in 2000. Cait has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Cait has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cait
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 5 |