Caitlan
Caitlan is a girl baby name. Ranked #58,137 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
Caitlan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 1,047 babies have been named Caitlan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caitlan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #58,137 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #58,137
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Caitlan
Caitlan is a girl name .
Caitlan is currently ranked #58,137 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caitlan include Cai, Cay, Caiie, and Caitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caitlan 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