Caitlyn

Pure, clear; from Greek "katharos" meaning pure or clean

girlIrish

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Caitlyn meaning & origin

Caitlyn is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Pure, clear; from Greek "katharos" meaning pure or clean". Listed origin: Irish.

Pronunciation

KAYT-lin

Catalog phonetic spelling

Popularity

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Caitlyn. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

Nicknames

Cai

Middle Name Ideas

  • Caitlyn Rose
  • Caitlyn Grace
  • Caitlyn Marie
  • Caitlyn Jane

Famous Namesakes

  • Caitlyn Jenner (TV personality and former Olympian)

Sources & notes

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Frequently Asked Questions About Caitlyn

What does the name Caitlyn mean?

Caitlyn is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Pure, clear; from Greek "katharos" meaning pure or clean". Listed origin: Irish.

How do you pronounce Caitlyn?

Our catalog's pronunciation guide is KAYT-lin. Pronunciation can vary by language and family.

How popular is the name Caitlyn?

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Caitlyn. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

What nickname ideas could work for Caitlyn?

Ideas to try include Cai. These are suggestions, not a measure of usage.

What middle names could work with Caitlyn?

Try Caitlyn Rose, Caitlyn Grace, Caitlyn Marie, Caitlyn Jane aloud with your surname. These pairings are subjective suggestions.

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