Cairistìona is a Scottish Gaelic female given name meaning Christian.[1] The English equivalent is Christina. The name originates in the Scottish Highlands. There is a traditional song about Cairistiona, which is about a lost love. The name is rare, but usually used by Gaelic-speaking families. The equivalent in Irish is Crístíona.
| Gender | Feminine |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Scottish Gaelic |
| Meaning | "a Christian" |
| Region of origin | Scotland |
| Other names | |
| Related names | Christina, Kristina, Kristine, Christine, Christian, Chris |
Bearers of the name
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edit- Cairistìona Nic Ruaidhrí, Scottish Noblewoman
References
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