Caitlyn Name Meaning & Origin
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The name Caitlyn is a modern English variant of Caitlin, which itself is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Caitlín, derived from the Old French name Cateline, a diminutive of Catherine. It is popular in English-speaking countries, especially the United States.
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American (English) 70% -
British (English) 20% -
Irish (Irish) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Caitlyn
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Caitlyn in the US (SSA Data):
Caitlyn Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 3
People with this name tend to be: Creative, social, and communicative.