Cathryn vs Eiress

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cathryn

Girl #6,716 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek (katharos)

Cultural Roots

Welsh English Greek Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,716
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cath, Cat, Cathy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cathryn Rank #6,716
Eiress Rank #6,705

Eiress is more popular, ranked #6705 vs #6716 for Cathryn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cathryn ___

  • Cathryn Anne
  • Cathryn Elizabeth
  • Cathryn Louise
  • Cathryn Grace
  • Cathryn Jane
  • Cathryn Marie

Eiress ___

  • Eiress Grace
  • Eiress Rose
  • Eiress Mae
  • Eiress Jade
  • Eiress Quinn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cathryn

Eleanor Margaret William Edward Charlotte

If you choose Eiress

Sterling Regal Aria Reign Noble

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cathryn or Eiress more popular?

Eiress is more popular, ranked #6705 compared to Cathryn at #6716 in the United States.

What do Cathryn and Eiress mean?

Cathryn means "pure, clear" (Greek (katharos) origin). Eiress means "female heir, inheritor" (English origin).

Are Cathryn and Eiress boy or girl names?

Cathryn is primarily a girl name. Eiress is primarily a girl name.

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