Kaitlinn
Kaitlinn is a girl baby name. Ranked #32,194 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
Kaitlinn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 188 babies have been named Kaitlinn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kaitlinn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,194 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #32,194
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Kaitlinn
Kaitlinn is a girl name .
Kaitlinn is currently ranked #32,194 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kaitlinn include Kai, Kay, Kaiie, and Kaitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kaitlinn 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