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Kaitlin is an Irish name derived from the Greek name Catherine, meaning 'pure.' It has evolved through various forms such as Catherine and Caitlin. The name is associated with youthful energy and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It does not have biblical relevance but remains a modern and trendy choice.

The name Kaitlin is most popular in New Hampshire, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Kaitlin has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Kaitlin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7383rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3457th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 130th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 255th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2063rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaitlin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.