Caitlyn
ca(i)-tl-yn,
cait-lyn
US Popularity:4438
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):Irish
Meaning:pure
Caitlyn is a girl’s name of Irish and Greek origin. This traditional name has long-standing popularity and translates to “pure.” Simple and feminine, Caitlyn has spawned many different spellings and differences in pronunciation. For example, the traditional spelling of the name is Caitlin, but you may also see it spelled Catelynn or Kaitlyn. This iteration, Caitlyn, is perhaps best known as the name of TV personality and former athlete Caitlyn Jenner.
How Popular Is The Name Caitlyn?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Caitlyn is currently #2438 on The Bump
Girl:Caitlyn is currently #1674 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Caitlyn is currently #4438 in U.S. births
Girl:Caitlyn is currently #2492 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2025
#2492
in 2025
- 146
from 2024
Sources
Behind the Name, Caitlyn, July 2008
Behind the Name, Caitlín, May 2018
Name Doctor, Katherine
IMDb, Caitlyn Jenner
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