Kaitlin
ka(it)-lin
US Popularity:7387
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Pure
Kaitlin is an alternative spelling of the name Caitlin, a girl’s name of Irish origin that means “pure.” This beautiful title is believed to be the Irish version of the French name Cateline, which comes from Catherine—an Ancient Greek name. For generations, Kaitlin has kept its meaning of “pure,” most likely because of its similarity to the Greek adjective katharos. Kaitlin is a beloved name worldwide and has a wide variety of spellings, including Katelyn, Katlyn, Katelynn, and Kaitlyn. Simple yet attractive, this two-syllable name is perfect for someone pure of heart, as baby will undoubtedly be!
Kaitlin Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Kaitlin is currently #4616 on The Bump
Girl:Kaitlin is currently #2034 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Kaitlin is currently #7387 in U.S. births
Girl:Kaitlin is currently #3151 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#7387
in 2023
+ 2199
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Kaitlin (1), July 2008
Behind the Name, Kaitlyn (2), July 2008
Behind the Name, Caitlin (3), January 2022
Name Doctor, Kaitlyn (1)
Name Doctor, Kaitlin (2)
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, p177
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