Caylyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lin / /ˈkeɪ.lɪn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: slender; English: variant of Caitlin
Historical & Cultural Background
Caylyn is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Caitlin, which has Irish roots. The name reflects a trend towards unique spellings of traditional names. Its usage has been particularly noted in the United States since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Caylyn has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cailin
- Kaylin
- Kailyn
International Variants
- Caitlin (Irish)
- Kaitlyn (English)
Famous people named Caylyn
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caylyn was first seen in the United States in 1986. Caylyn has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Caylyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Caylyn (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 9 |