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Kaitlyn Girl

Popularity: #535 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationKAYT-lin / /ˈkeɪt.lɪn/

Irish; English

Meaning

Irish: pure; English: variant of Caitlin

Historical & Cultural Background

Kaitlyn is a modern variant of the Irish name Caitlin, which itself is derived from the Old French name Cateline. The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1990s. It has been associated with various cultural influences, including literature and media, contributing to its widespread use. Variants of the name, such as Caitlin and Katelyn, have also emerged, reflecting its adaptability.

Trend Summary

Kaitlyn experienced significant popularity in the United States during the 1990s and early 2000s.

Similar Names

CaitlinKatelynKaitlynneKatrinaKendra

Variants

  • Kaitlynn
  • Katelyn
  • Caitlin

International Variants

  • Caitlin (Irish)
  • Cateline (French)

Famous people named Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn Maher is an American singer and actress known for her appearance on 'America's Got Talent'.

Kaitlyn Black is an American actress recognized for her role in the television series 'Hart of Dixie'.

Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith is an American composer and musician celebrated for her innovative electronic music.

Kaitlyn Dever is an American actress acclaimed for her performances in 'Booksmart' and 'Unbelievable'.

Fictional characters named Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn is a character in the video game 'Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc', known for her role in the storyline.

Kaitlyn is a character in the television series 'The Secret Life of the American Teenager', where she navigates teenage challenges.

Sibling Suggestions

KelseyKaylaKiraKylieKatherineKaitlynn

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kaitlyn was first seen in the United States in 1971. Kaitlyn has ranked as high as #73 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Kaitlyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Kaitlyn (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 60
15%
TX 54
13%
NY 40
10%
FL 19
5%
NJ 17
4%
GA 16
4%
NC 14
3%
WA 14
3%
PA 14
3%
TN 14
3%
OH 13
3%
IL 12
3%
MS 12
3%
IN 11
3%
SC 11
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19715
19757
19767
197714
197815
197929
198066
198192
1982138
1983274
1984449
1985879
19861,207
19871,706
19882,688
19893,392
19904,312
19914,407
19927,480
19936,956
19946,686
19957,385
19967,241
19977,005
19987,936
19998,157
20008,759
20018,164
20027,981
20037,547
20046,988
20056,521
20066,074
20075,551
20085,117
20094,207
20103,301
20112,908
20122,601
20132,379
20142,060
20151,662
2016998
2017938
2018805
2019701
2020624
2021520
2022470
2023482
2024450