Kathryn vs Kathlyn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathryn

Girl #716 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek katharos

English American Irish Scottish

✓ All Clear

Girl #2,719 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pure"

Origin: Greek

American English Irish

✓ All Clear

Kathryn Rank #716

Kathlyn Rank #2,719

Kathryn is more popular, ranked #716 vs #2719 for Kathlyn.

Is Kathryn or Kathlyn more popular?

Kathryn is more popular, ranked #716 compared to Kathlyn at #2719 in the United States.

What do Kathryn and Kathlyn mean?

Kathryn means "pure, clear" (Greek katharos origin). Kathlyn means "pure" (Greek origin).

Are Kathryn and Kathlyn boy or girl names?

Kathryn is primarily a girl name. Kathlyn is primarily a girl name.