Kaitlin

Q: What is the origin of Kaitlin?

Kaitlin is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Kaitlin?

According to the latest SSA data, Kaitlin is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Kaitlin a boy name?

Kaitlin is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Pure"

Modern spelling of Caitlin, ultimately linked to Katherine traditions and commonly interpreted as meaning pure in later folk etymology.

Themes:purevariantirishmodern

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Popularity History of Kaitlin

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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Kaitlin did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Kaitlin Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Kaitlin.

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Kaiie

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Kait

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kaiy

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kait

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kie

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tlin

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liny

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itly

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kaitlin mean?

Kaitlin means "Pure". Modern spelling of Caitlin, ultimately linked to Katherine traditions and commonly interpreted as meaning pure in later

What is the origin of Kaitlin?

Kaitlin is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Kaitlin?

According to the latest SSA data, Kaitlin is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Kaitlin a boy name?

Kaitlin is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Kaitlin?

Popular nicknames for Kaitlin include Kaiie, Kait, kaiy, kait, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Kaitlin?

There are many names similar to Kaitlin in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish, Greek

Syllables2

Length7 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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