Caitelyn
Caitelyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #49,474 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
Caitelyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 2004.
Over 5 babies have been named Caitelyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caitelyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #49,474 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #49,474
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nicknames
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About the Name Caitelyn
Caitelyn is a girl name .
Caitelyn is currently ranked #49,474 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caitelyn include Cai, Cay, Caiie, and Caitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caitelyn 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)
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