Caitlen
Caitlen is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,553 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
Caitlen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 383 babies have been named Caitlen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caitlen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,553 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,553
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Nicknames
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About the Name Caitlen
Caitlen is a girl name .
Caitlen is currently ranked #21,553 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caitlen include Cai, Cay, Caiie, and Caitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caitlen 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