Caitlynn
Caitlynn is a girl baby name. Ranked #8,156 in the US, popular nicknames include Cai, Cay, and Caiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Caitlynn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 4,935 babies have been named Caitlynn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caitlynn is past its peak , currently ranked #8,156 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,156
- Total SSA Count
- 14
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Caitlynn
Caitlynn is a girl name .
Caitlynn is currently ranked #8,156 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caitlynn include Cai, Cay, Caiie, and Caitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caitlynn 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