Kaitlyn
Meaning of Kaitlyn
The name Kaitlyn, pronounced KAYT-lin (/ˈkeɪtlɪn/), is a popular and modern variation of the traditional Irish name Caitlin, which itself is derived from the Old French name Cateline, a form of Catherine. Meaning "pure" or "clear," Kaitlyn has enjoyed significant popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States. The name saw a dramatic rise in usage from the early 1980s, peaking in the early 2000s when it consistently ranked within the top 50 names for baby girls. Although its popularity has slightly declined in recent years, Kaitlyn remains a beloved choice for parents due to its melodic sound and timeless appeal. Variations of this name include Katelyn and Caitlin, offering different spellings while retaining the same charming essence.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KAYT-lin (/ˈkeɪtlɪn/)
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Notable People Named Kaitlyn
| Celeste Beryl Bonin, also known as Kaitlyn, is a former WWE Divas Champion and a multi-talented American professional wrestler, entrepreneur, bodybuilder, and model. |
| Kaitlyn Rochelle Dever is a multi-talented American actress, musician, singer, and songwriter known for her roles in popular series such as Justified, Last Man Standing, Unbelievable, and Dopesick, earning several award nominations for her performances. |
| Kaitlyn Ashley Maher is an American singer, actress, and youth ambassador known for her roles in films and television shows, as well as her work with the nonprofit Compassion International. |
| Kaitlyn Dawn Bristowe is a Canadian television personality who gained fame as a contestant on The Bachelor and as the lead on The Bachelorette, and won season 29 of Dancing with the Stars. |
| Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith is an American composer, performer, and producer known for her innovative work with Buchla modular synthesizers and acclaimed albums such as Ears (2016) and The Kid (2017), and collaborations with Suzanne Ciani and Emile Mosseri. |
| Kaitlyn Greenidge is an acclaimed American writer known for her award-winning debut novel, We Love You, Charlie Freeman, and her historical novel, Libertie. |
| Kaitlyn Jones is a Canadian curler hailing from Winnipeg, Manitoba. |
| Kaitlyn Regehr is an Associate Professor of Digital Humanities at University College London, known for her research on the cultural impacts of new technology and social media, particularly on young people, and for her work as a topic specialist for BBC Three. |
| Kaitlyn Papp is an American professional golfer. |
| Kaitlyn Christian is a successful American tennis player known for her expertise in doubles, with a career-high ranking of world No. 38. |
| Kaitlyn Eaton is an American wheelchair basketball player who represented the United States at the 2020 Summer Paralympics. |
