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Keitlyn

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Pronounced KAYT-lin /ˈkeɪt.lɪn/High

Meaning: A spelling of Caitlyn — an Irish form of Katherine, from the Greek katharos, 'pure; clean'Low

In 30 seconds: Pure: Keitlyn spells Caitlyn. Crisp, modern, and warm.
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Origin LowIrish, Greek
MeaningA spelling of Caitlyn — an Irish form of Katherine, from the Greek katharos, 'pure; clean'
U.S. rank (2024)#8156 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births13 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 65

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420012024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Keitlyn is a spelling of Caitlyn — an Irish form of Katherine, from the Greek katharos, 'pure; clean'. A crisp, modern name (said 'KAYT-lin').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Caitlyn. Rare in this form, pure at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Caitlyn is an Irish form of Katherine — Greek 'pure; clean' — Keitlyn is a spelling, crisp and modern (said 'KAYT-lin').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Caitlyn — spelling of Caitlyn

Variations

CaitlynCaitlinKaytlyn

Nicknames

Kate

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Caitlyn— the standard spelling
Kaytlyn— a kin spelling
Katelyn— a fellow spelling
Caitlin— a companion spelling

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Keitlyn mean?

Keitlyn spells Caitlyn — an Irish form of Katherine, Greek 'pure'.

How do you pronounce Keitlyn?

It's said KAYT-lin /ˈkeɪt.lɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Keitlyn a boy or girl name?

Keitlyn is a girl's name.

How popular is Keitlyn?

Keitlyn is a very rare spelling in the U.S.

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