Caitlyn
Meaning
"pure, unblemished"
Origin: Greek via Irish
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #2,348
- Total SSA Count
- 78
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Cait, Kate, Katie
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"pure, unblemished"
Origin: Greek via Irish
"sea of grace, beloved grace"
Origin: Hebrew (compound)
Maryann is more popular, ranked #2222 vs #2348 for Caitlyn.
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Maryann is more popular, ranked #2222 compared to Caitlyn at #2348 in the United States.
Caitlyn means "pure, unblemished" (Greek via Irish origin). Maryann means "sea of grace, beloved grace" (Hebrew (compound) origin).
Caitlyn is primarily a girl name. Maryann is primarily a girl name.