Kaitlynn: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: k-ah-eetlynn
Origin: Greece
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: The fair and pure one

Kaitlynn is a feminine name with Irish and Greek origins, meaning "the fair and pure one. " It is a modern variation of the name Caitlin, which originated from the Old French word Cateline meaning 'pure. 'The unique spelling adds a modern twist to the traditional name. Over time, the name has evolved in popularity, peaking in the 1990s and early 2000s in the United States before experiencing a decline due to oversaturation. Despite this, Kaitlynn remains a fresh and exciting choice in many cultures.

Kaitlynn Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kaitlynn is currently #1446 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Kaitlynn is currently #793 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Kaitlynn is currently #692 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Kaitlynn is currently #363 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Kaitlynn is currently #736 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Kaitlynn is currently #409 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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