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Catlin

KAT-lin

Catlin is a unisex name of Irish origin, meaning “Catlin is an Irish name derived from Caitlin, the Irish form of Katherine, meaning "pure."”, and peaked in popularity in 1988.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginIrish

What Catlin Means

Catlin is an Irish name derived from Caitlin, the Irish form of Katherine, meaning "pure."

The Story of Catlin

This name carries the clarity of ancient seas and the spark of lively intellect, a modern echo of timeless purity.

Catlin is an Irish name, a variation of Caitlin, which is the Gaelic form of Katherine. Katherine's roots lie in the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This name has a rich history, traveling from ancient Greece to Ireland and then finding its way into wider usage, often embraced for its strong, clean sound.

There's a bright intelligence in the sound of 'Catlin,' a spark that you feel when you imagine your child navigating the world with curiosity. When you write it on the first official document, it will feel like you are bestowing a gift of clarity and keen perception. This name is for a child who will lead with her mind and heart.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

intelligentindependentresourcefulcreative

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Peak Year

#119 in 1988

Total Births

1,501

First Recorded

1970

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