What is the origin of the name Kaitlin?

Kaitlin is a name of Irish origin.

How popular is the name Kaitlin?

Kaitlin is currently ranked #5067 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Kaitlin?

Kaitlin is pronounced KAYT-lin.

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GirlIrish

Kaitlin

KAYT-lin

Popularity

#5067

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Irish

Total Births

57,394

Peak Year

#3,612 in 1995

First Recorded

1971

Style

Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Irish variation of Caitlin, which is the Irish form of Katherine, meaning "pure."

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Katie Kait

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Numerology

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

Kaitlin Olson
American actress and comedian
Kaitlin Sandeno
American Olympic swimmer

Nicknames

Katie Kait

Spelling Variations

Caitlin Katelyn Kaitlyn

Similar Names

Megan Erin Shannon Brianna

Personality Traits

IntelligentIndependentKindCreative

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