Maitlyn Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAYT-lin //ˈmeɪt.lɪn//
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: Variant of Caitlin; Irish: Pure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maitlyn is a modern variant of the name Caitlin, which itself is derived from the Irish name Caitlín, a diminutive form of the name Catherine. The etymology of Catherine traces back to the Greek name Aikaterine, which is believed to be related to the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This name made its way into Latin as Catharina and subsequently into Old French as Catherine, before evolving into various forms in the English language, including Caitlin and its derivatives.
Historically, the name Catherine has been borne by numerous notable figures, including Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr from the 4th century who became a symbol of wisdom and strength. The name gained prominence in medieval Europe, particularly due to the veneration of saints and the influence of royal figures such as Catherine of Aragon, the first wife of King Henry VIII of England in the 16th century.
The name's enduring presence in literature and religious texts, including its appearances in the King James Bible, has further solidified its significance throughout the centuries. Culturally, the name Maitlyn and its variants have come to symbolize qualities such as purity and resilience, reflecting the characteristics associated with its root name, Catherine.
The evolution of the name into forms like Maitlyn illustrates the adaptability of language and naming conventions over time. While the name has taken on modern variations, its historical roots and associations with revered figures continue to resonate, contributing to its lasting appeal in various cultures.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maitlyn was first seen in the United States in 1995.
Maitlyn has ranked as high as #1386 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Maitlyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maitlyn is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Maitlyn was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Maitlyn
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Maitlyn.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1995 | 8 |