Kaytlyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaytlyn is a modern English name derived from Caitlin, which has its roots in the Greek Aikaterine. The name means 'pure' and has evolved through several forms over time. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is often associated with a youthful and creative image. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Kaytlyn is most popular in Utah, 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, Kaytlyn 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, 'Kaytlyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2098th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1951st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6958th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaytlyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaytlyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪt.lɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kaytlyn 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 comes from the Greek name Aikaterine, possibly derived from the word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.'
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Catherine (Greek), Aikaterine (Greek), Caitlín (Irish), Caitlin (Modern Irish), Kaytlyn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Kaytlyn gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy variation of Caitlin, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Caitlin, Kaitlyn, Caitlyn, Kaitlin, Katelyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Kaytlyn is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youth and creativity.
Famous People
Kaytlyn Krammes (American actress), Kaytlyn (American singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaytlyn"
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 "Kaytlyn"
"Kaytlyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2098th of 27321 | 931 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1951st of 35406 | 1,583 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6958th of 30306 | 202 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaytlyn" 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 "Kaytlyn" 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) |
39.19% 1444th/3685 |
70.15% 3139th/4475 |
39.87% 2071st/5194 |
37.06% 2341st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
34.35% 1574th/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
26.72% 1954th/7313 |
29.41% 2195th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaytlyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaytlyn" 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.