What origin is the name Caitlynn?

Caitlynn comes from irish naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

Is Caitlynn a popular name?

Caitlynn is very rare in official US birth records — fewer than 5 babies of this gender were given the name in any year we checked.

What are good brother names for Caitlynn?

Names from the same irish tradition pair naturally with Caitlynn — for example Liam, Aiden, Aidan. You can browse more on our irish names page.

Caitlynn

Q: Is Caitlynn a rare name?

Yes. Caitlynn does not appear in US Social Security birth records, which list every name given to at least 5 babies, so it is rare in the US.

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Caitlynn

Caitlynn

Girl

irish

2 syllables

Caitlynn is an irish girl's name meaning "A modern Irish-influenced name for girls. It is a variant of Katherine, signifying purity.".

Parents who choose Caitlynn pick a girl name from the irish tradition, meaning "A modern Irish-influenced name for girls. It is a variant of Katherine, signifying purity.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: irish
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.