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Summary

Caitlin is an Irish name derived from the Greek Aikaterine, meaning 'pure.' It has evolved through various forms, including Catherine and Katherine. The name has gained popularity since the 20th century and is associated with traits of creativity and individuality. There is no notable biblical relevance.

The name Caitlin is most popular in New Hampshire, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Caitlin has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Caitlin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3488th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14231st out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4585th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 923rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 71st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 148th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1072nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Caitlin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.