Katlin
Katlin is a girl baby name. Ranked #14,554 in the US, popular nicknames include Kat, Kay, and Katie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Katlin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 5,335 babies have been named Katlin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Katlin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,554 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #14,554
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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Also a Boy Name
Katlin is also used as a boy name, ranked #37692.
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About the Name Katlin
Katlin is a girl name .
Is Katlin a boy or girl name? Katlin is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #14,554 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #37,692. Katlin is more commonly used as a girl name.
Katlin is currently ranked #14,554 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Katlin include Kat, Kay, Katie, and Katlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis