Kaithlyn
Kaithlyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,577 in the US, popular nicknames include Kai, Kay, and Kaiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kaithlyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 383 babies have been named Kaithlyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kaithlyn is past its peak , currently ranked #21,577 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,577
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Kaithlyn
Kaithlyn is a girl name .
Kaithlyn is currently ranked #21,577 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kaithlyn include Kai, Kay, Kaiie, and Kaitie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kaithlyn include Kaitlyn, Kaitlynn . 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