Katlynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Katlynn is a modern English name derived from Caitlin, which has its roots in the Greek name Catherine, meaning 'pure'. It evolved through various forms and has gained popularity since the late 20th century due to a trend in unique spellings. The name lacks biblical relevance and is associated with modernity and uniqueness, though there are no notable figures widely recognized by this name.
The name Katlynn is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Katlynn 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, 'Katlynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1523rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1438th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9579th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Katlynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Katlynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæt.lɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Katlynn is a modern variant of the name Caitlin, which is derived from the Irish name Caitlín, a diminutive form of Catherine. The name Catherine itself has Greek origins, meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Catherine, Caitlin, Katlynn
Historical Usage
The name Katlynn gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique spellings of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Caitlin, Kaitlyn, Catelyn, Katelyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Katlynn is often perceived as a modern and trendy name, appealing to parents looking for a unique yet familiar choice.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Katlynn"
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 "Katlynn"
"Katlynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1523rd of 27321 | 1,513 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1438th of 35406 | 2,335 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9579th of 30306 | 127 |
Regional Popularity of "Katlynn" 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 "Katlynn" 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) |
27.08% 998th/3685 |
31.51% 1410th/4475 |
30.63% 1591st/5194 |
37.52% 2370th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.72% 1041st/4582 |
41.60% 2148th/5164 |
17.37% 1270th/7313 |
32.28% 2409th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Katlynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Katlynn" 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.