Caledonia - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Caledonia \c(a)-ledo-

is of Latin origin, and its meaning is "from Scotland". Place name used as given name, probably because of the feminine -ia ending. The Caledonian Canal runs through Northern Scotland, while New Calenonia consists of a group of tiny islands in the South Pacific.

Baby names that sound like Caledonia are Claudina, Cliodhna and Goldina. Other similar baby names are Zeledonia and Celadonia.

Caledonia is an uncommon first name for women and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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