Cait

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Cait is derived from the Irish/Gaelic name Caitlin, meaning "pure" or "innocent".
Pronunciation
KAYT
The name Cait is typically pronounced as "kate".
Popularity
Due to its shortened form, Cait is not as commonly used as Caitlin, but it still holds a place on the baby name charts. It is not commonly ranked in the top 1000 names in the US or any other major country.

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Cait Name meanings & History

Cait is derived from the Irish/Gaelic name Caitlin, meaning "pure" or "innocent". Diminutive of Caitlin and Catherine. Cait is a simple and straightforward name that can be used as a standalone name or as a nickname for Caitlin or another Cait-variant.

Zodiac Sign of Cait: Curious Gemini

Synonyms of Cait:

C: Cute,Copycat,Clever,Curious,Chatty,Choice,Candid

A: Angry,Argumentative,Aggressive,Ambitious,Assertive,Action

I: Intimate,Indulgence,Involved

T: Testy,Touchy,Truth,Talkative,Doubting Thomas,Tireless,Tacky

Cait is:

  • a Mature name
  • a Modern name
  • a Serious name
  • a Unintellectual name

2.) CAIT (Female)

Usage: Scottish

Meanings: A short form of Caitriona, Cait is also bestowed as an independent given name and corresponds to the English Kate. See CAITRIONA. (KATE)


3.) Cait (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) purest

Other Forms: Cate, Kate


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