Caitlin

Pronunciation: [ k-AYTL-ihn ]

Boy Name #7,094 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Caitlin is a boy name, recorded for 12 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-AYTL-ihn.

Parents who love the name Caitlin often also consider Carrie, Catherine, Caroline .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #7,094
Total SSA Count: 12

Nicknames

Cai Cay Caiie Caitie

Also a Girl Name

Caitlin is also used as a girl name, ranked #1686.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Caitlin

Is Caitlin a boy or girl name?

Caitlin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #7094. As a girl name, it is ranked #1686. Caitlin is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Caitlin?

Caitlin is pronounced k-AYTL-ihn.

How popular is the name Caitlin?

Caitlin is currently ranked #7094 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Caitlin?

Common nicknames for Caitlin include Cai, Cay, Caiie, and Caitie.

Is Caitlin a common or rare name?

Caitlin is an uncommon name, ranked #7094 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Caitlin

Caitlin is a boy name .

Is Caitlin a boy or girl name? Caitlin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #7,094 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,686. Caitlin is more commonly used as a girl name.

Caitlin is currently ranked #7,094 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Caitlin include Cai, Cay, Caiie, and Caitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.