Caitlan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Caitlan is an Irish name that means 'pure', evolving from Caitlín, a diminutive of Cait, which is derived from Catherine. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, reflecting a modern twist on traditional names. It is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and it does not have significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Caitlan"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪt.lən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Caitlan is derived from the Irish name Caitlín, which is a diminutive form of Cait, the Irish form of Catherine. The name Catherine itself comes from the Greek 'katharos', meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Caitlín, Cait, Catherine
Historical Usage
Caitlan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Ireland and among Irish communities abroad, as a modern adaptation of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Caitlín, Kaitlyn, Katelyn, Cait
Modern Popularity & Image
Caitlan is often perceived as a modern and trendy name, associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Caitlan McGowan, Caitlan Stasey
📊 Caitlan Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Caitlan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 88 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Caitlan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Caitlan"
"Caitlan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2418th of 27321 | 766 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6703rd of 35406 | 281 |
Regional Popularity of "Caitlan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Caitlan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
48.27% 2507th/5194 |
38.93% 2459th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
71.54% 5232nd/7313 |
72.04% 5376th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Caitlan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Caitlan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Caitlan" in the United States
The name Caitlan is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Caitlan has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Caitlan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2418th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6703rd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Caitlan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.