Katelin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Katelin is an Old French name derived from the Greek 'Aikaterine', meaning 'pure'. Its language evolution includes forms like Catherine and Kaitlyn. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to Saint Catherine. It is seen as modern and stylish today, with several common variants. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Katelin is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest 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, Katelin 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, 'Katelin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9990th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 694th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 948th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7002nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Katelin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Katelin"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪt.lɪn/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Katelin is derived from the Old French name 'Catherine', which itself originates from the Greek name 'Aikaterine', possibly meaning 'pure' or 'unsullied'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Catherine, Katherine, Catalina, Katelin
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Variants & Derivatives
Katherine, Catherine, Caitlin, Kaitlyn, Kat, Kate
Modern Popularity & Image
Katelin is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with youthful and vibrant traits.
Famous People
Katelin Kearney, an American actress, Katelin O'Malley, an American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Katelin"
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 "Katelin"
"Katelin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9990th of 19264 | 46 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 694th of 27321 | 4,553 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 948th of 35406 | 4,118 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7002nd of 30306 | 200 |
Regional Popularity of "Katelin" 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 "Katelin" 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) |
15.22% 561st/3685 |
15.26% 683rd/4475 |
14.11% 733rd/5194 |
12.32% 778th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.29% 792nd/4582 |
22.27% 1150th/5164 |
12.33% 902nd/7313 |
14.74% 1100th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Katelin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Katelin" 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.