Kaithlyn

“A modern variation of Caitlin, meaning 'pure'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11665US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

362All-time births

📅 Since 198500

How to pronounce Kaithlyn

KEYE·TEE·AY·CHLIN

/ˈkaɪ.ˈtiː.ˈeɪ.ˈtʃlɪn/ · stress on KEYE · 4 syllables

“A modern variation of Caitlin, meaning 'pure'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Kaithlyn mean and where does it come from?

Kaithlyn is a contemporary spelling variation of Caitlin, which is of Irish origin. The name Caitlin is derived from the Latin 'Catherine', meaning 'pure'. Kaithlyn emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend for creative spellings in names and therefore giving a unique twist on classic nam

Cultural significance

Kaithlyn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern variation of caitlin, meaning 'pure'..

Peak popularity

Reached #5589 in 2002 — currently #11665 in the US.

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How else can you spell Kaithlyn?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Kaithlyn?

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

Kaithlyn Grace

How popular is Kaithlyn right now?

Rising fast — up 2642 spots — currently #11665 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#11665 · Top 8.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11665	8	▲ up 2642 · +33% births
2021	#14307	6	▼ down 443
2020	#13864	6	▼ down 4130 · -45% births
2015	#9734	11	▲ up 324
2010	#10058	11	▼ down 3365 · -39% births
2005	#6693	18	▲ up 2199 · +64% births
2000	#8892	11	▲ up 405 · +22% births
1995	#9297	9	▲ up 687 · +13% births
1990	#9984	8	▲ up 609 · +33% births
1985	#10593	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kaithlyn

Best Year2005Rank #6693

Peak Count18

Average Rank#10509

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 202310 years

The story of Kaithlyn

Kaithlyn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1985. With 362 total births recorded, Kaithlyn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #10593 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11665 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kaithlyn in 2002:

Emily Madison Hannah Emma Alexis

Kaithlyn by decade

Kaithlyn peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	18
1990s	62
2000s ★	170
2010s	106
2020s	6

💎Kaithlyn has only 362 total recorded births since 1985 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kaithlyn?

Common

KaiKaieKay

What names sound and feel like Kaithlyn?

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

Kaitlyn

American · pure

Kaizlyn

American · A modern name

Kaitelyn

American · A modern rendition

Faithlyn

American · full of faith

American · descendant of the

Caithlyn

Latin · A Latin name

Common questions about the name Kaithlyn

What does the name Kaithlyn mean?

Kaithlyn means "A modern variation of Caitlin, meaning 'pure'." — 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 Kaithlyn?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kaithlyn?

Kaithlyn 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.

How do you pronounce the name Kaithlyn?

Kaithlyn is a four-syllable name pronounced K AY1 T IY1 EY1 CH L IH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Kaithlyn?

Kaithlyn pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.