Kaitlan
Kaitlan is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,822 in the US, popular nicknames include Kai, Kay, and Kaiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kaitlan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 1,119 babies have been named Kaitlan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kaitlan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,822 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,822
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Kaitlan
Kaitlan is a girl name .
Kaitlan is currently ranked #21,822 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kaitlan include Kai, Kay, Kaiie, and Kaitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kaitlan include Kaitlyn, Kaitlynn . 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