Caitilin
Caitilin is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,131 in the US, popular nicknames include Cai, Cay, and Caiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Caitilin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 36 babies have been named Caitilin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caitilin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,131 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,131
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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Nicknames
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About the Name Caitilin
Caitilin is a girl name .
Caitilin is currently ranked #13,131 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caitilin include Cai, Cay, Caiie, and Caitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caitilin include Caitlin, Caitlyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis