Maitlyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAYT-lin / /ˈmeɪt.lɪn/English; Irish
Meaning
English: Variant of Caitlin; Irish: Pure
Historical & Cultural Background
Maitlyn is a modern variant of the name Caitlin, which has roots in the Irish name Caitlín. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It reflects a trend of creating unique spellings of traditional names. The name is often associated with youthful energy and modern femininity.
Trend Summary
Maitlyn has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maitlin
- Maitlynn
International Variants
- Caitlin (Irish)
- Kaitlyn (English)
Famous people named Maitlyn
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Fictional characters named Maitlyn
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Sibling Suggestions
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)
Top States for Maitlyn
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 5 |