Katlin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Katlin is of Irish origin, derived from the word meaning 'pure'. It evolved from the Old Irish Caitlín and has several variants, showcasing its linguistic journey. The name is often associated with traits of creativity and individuality, though it has no biblical relevance.
The name Katlin is most popular in Tennessee, 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 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 relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Katlin 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, 'Katlin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5443rd out of 16616 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 873rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1644th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17606th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Katlin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Katlin"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæt.lɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Katlin is a variant of the name Caitlin, which is derived from the Old Irish name Caitlín, a diminutive form of Cait, meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Caitlín (Old Irish), Caitlin (Modern Irish), Katlin (English variant)
Historical Usage
Katlin gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Caitlin, Kaitlyn, Katelyn, Catlin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Katlin is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Katlin Gable (American actress), Katlin Aas (Estonian model)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Katlin"
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 "Katlin"
"Katlin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5443rd of 16616 | 126 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 873rd of 27321 | 3,335 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1644th of 35406 | 1,963 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17606th of 30306 | 37 |
Regional Popularity of "Katlin" 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 "Katlin" 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) |
17.56% 647th/3685 |
22.03% 986th/4475 |
14.59% 758th/5194 |
21.39% 1351st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.86% 1368th/4582 |
48.14% 2486th/5164 |
16.27% 1190th/7313 |
41.47% 3095th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Katlin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Katlin" 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.