Caylyn

“pure”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10431US 2020

9Births / yr

↑Rising

445All-time births

📅 Since 198600

What does Caylyn mean and where does it come from?

Caylyn is a relatively contemporary name that takes inspiration from the classic Irish name Caitlin (Caitríona), which means 'pure'. First recorded in the late 20th century, it fits in with the trend of combining established names with unique spellings. It retains a soft, melodic quality that appeal

Cultural significance

Caylyn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #4784 in 1997 — currently #10431 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Caylyn?

Caylyn works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Caylyn Grace

How popular is Caylyn right now?

Rising fast — up 1796 spots — currently #10431 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2020#10431 · Top 7.7%

1995

2000

2005

2010

2015

2020

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#10452	9	▲ up 1796 · +13% births
2015	#12248	8	▼ down 6364 · -65% births
2010	#5884	23	▲ up 3894 · +109% births
2005	#9778	11	▼ down 2371 · -21% births
2000	#7407	14	▼ down 1998 · -22% births
1995	#5409	18	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Caylyn

Best Year1995Rank #5409

Peak Count23

Average Rank#8530

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20206 years

The story of Caylyn

Caylyn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1986. With 445 total births recorded, Caylyn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5409 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10452 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Caylyn in 1997:

Emily Jessica Ashley Sarah Hannah

Caylyn by decade

Caylyn peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	32
1990s	130
2000s ★	175
2010s	99
2020s	9

💎Caylyn has only 445 total recorded births since 1986 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Caylyn?

Common

CayCa

What names sound and feel like Caylyn?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Caylyn also consider these

Caytlyn

American · Pure

Caslyn

American · Variant of the

Callyn

American · Modern feminine variation

Camlyn

American · A variation of

Calyn

American · A variant of

Gaylyn

American · A modern blend

Faylyn

American · Combines 'Fay' meaning

Zaylyn

American · A modern name

Common questions about the name Caylyn

What does the name Caylyn mean?

Caylyn means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Caylyn?

Caylyn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Caylyn have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Caylyn?

Caylyn originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Caylyn trending right now?

Caylyn is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Caylyn a common or rare name?

Caylyn is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.