Caitlyn

Boy Name #7,371 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Caitlyn is a boy name, recorded for 12 babies in US birth records.

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

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #7,371
Total SSA Count: 12

Nicknames

Cai Cay Caiie Caitie

Also a Girl Name

Caitlyn is also used as a girl name, ranked #2348.

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Similar Names

Carrie Catherine Caroline Callie Carolyn Cassie Catharine Carolina

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Frequently Asked Questions About Caitlyn

Is Caitlyn a boy or girl name?

Caitlyn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #7371. As a girl name, it is ranked #2348. Caitlyn is more commonly used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Caitlyn?

Caitlyn is currently ranked #7371 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Caitlyn?

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

Is Caitlyn a common or rare name?

Caitlyn is an uncommon name, ranked #7371 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Caitlyn

Caitlyn is a boy name .

Is Caitlyn a boy or girl name? Caitlyn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #7,371 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,348. Caitlyn is more commonly used as a girl name.

Caitlyn is currently ranked #7,371 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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