Caitilyn
Caitilyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #44,369 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
Caitilyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 5 babies have been named Caitilyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caitilyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #44,369 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #44,369
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Caitilyn
Caitilyn is a girl name .
Caitilyn is currently ranked #44,369 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caitilyn include Cai, Cay, Caiie, and Caitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caitilyn 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