NAME PROFILE
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic form of Catherine, meaning 'pure.' It embodies a sense of warmth and charm, often associated with a vibrant and lively personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 166,921 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2000 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1977 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Irish, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
MA — 21%PA — 20%OH — 20%NY — 20%NJ — 20%
Notable People
Kaitlyn Maher (Singer and Actress, *America's Got Talent*) · Kaitlyn Black (Actress, *Hart of Dixie*) · Kaitlyn Leeb (Actress, *The Secret Circle*) · Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith (Composer and Musician) · Kaitlyn Bristowe (Television Personality, *The Bachelorette*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
KateKatieKait
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