Kaytlin Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAYT-lin / /ˈkeɪt.lɪn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: pure; English: variant of Caitlin
Historical & Cultural Background
Kaytlin is a modern variant of the traditional Irish name Caitlin, which itself is derived from the Latin name Catherine. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. It reflects a trend towards unique spellings of classic names. Variants like Caitlin and Katelyn have also contributed to its usage.
Trend Summary
Kaytlin saw a rise in popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, reflecting a broader trend of unique spellings for traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaitlyn
- Caitlin
- Katelyn
International Variants
- Caitlin (Irish)
- Catarina (Portuguese)
- Catherine (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaytlin was first seen in the United States in 1984. Kaytlin has ranked as high as #1097 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Missouri, Florida, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Kaytlin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaytlin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 67 |
| 1989 | 77 |
| 1990 | 116 |
| 1991 | 94 |
| 1992 | 128 |
| 1993 | 143 |
| 1994 | 129 |
| 1995 | 146 |
| 1996 | 165 |
| 1997 | 175 |
| 1998 | 181 |
| 1999 | 201 |
| 2000 | 187 |
| 2001 | 171 |
| 2002 | 150 |
| 2003 | 126 |
| 2004 | 161 |
| 2005 | 137 |
| 2006 | 113 |
| 2007 | 102 |
| 2008 | 83 |
| 2009 | 63 |
| 2010 | 54 |
| 2011 | 62 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 13 |