Kaelynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kaelynn is of modern American origin, evolving from the traditional name Catherine through Caitlin. It means 'pure'. The name has gained popularity in the United States in recent decades, reflecting contemporary naming trends. It is associated with uniqueness and individuality, with no direct biblical background. Notable figures with this name are emerging in various fields.
The name Kaelynn is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Kaelynn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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, 'Kaelynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4665th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1366th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1311th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaelynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaelynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪ.lɪn/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Kaelynn is a modern variation of the name Caitlin, which is derived from the Irish name Caitlín, a diminutive of Catherine. The name Catherine itself comes from the Greek 'katharos', meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Catherine, Caitlín, Caitlin, Kaelynn
Historical Usage
Kaelynn emerged in the late 20th century as a contemporary and creative spelling of existing names. It gained popularity in the United States during the 2000s, reflecting a trend for unique and modern names for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaylyn, Kaelin, Kailyn, Kailin
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaelynn is viewed as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with a sense of individuality and modernity. It is popular among parents seeking distinctive names for their children.
Famous People
Kaelynn McKenzie (a rising social media influencer), Kaelynn Kauffman (an emerging singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaelynn"
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 "Kaelynn"
"Kaelynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4665th of 27321 | 306 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1366th of 35406 | 2,508 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1311th of 30306 | 2,158 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaelynn" 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 "Kaelynn" 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) |
82.01% 3022nd/3685 |
- |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
61.20% 3866th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.12% 1151st/4582 |
34.06% 1759th/5164 |
18.98% 1388th/7313 |
20.45% 1526th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.45% 1253rd/3984 |
36.53% 1639th/4487 |
17.22% 1175th/6822 |
27.34% 1716th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaelynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaelynn" 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.