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Caitlan

The formal definition of Caitlan is 'pure,' originating from the Greek name Aikaterine via the Irish Caitlin. It characterizes a person with a bright, clear spirit who approaches life with imaginative integrity and a genuine heart.

Key Stats

Total births1,047
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1990
Peak generationMillennial
First recorded1986
Most recent2003
Syllables2
OriginIrish, Greek, English
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 46%TX — 43%SC — 4%IN — 4%MI — 4%

Notable People

Caitlan Coleman (American memoirist) · Caitlin Moran (Journalist and Author of 'How to Be a Woman') · Caitlin Fitzgerald (Actress in 'Masters of Sex') · Caitlin Stasey (Actress in 'Reign') · Caitlin Clark (Record-breaking Professional Basketball Player)

Nicknames & Diminutives

CaitCaitieLaneyCate

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