Holding steady.
Popularity of Katlyne since 1988
Babies named Katlyne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 176 |
| 2000s | 82 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Katlyne is a rare American variant of Caitlin, first recorded in 1988. Its peak usage occurred in 1995, after which it declined. The name has remained stable in recent years, never appearing in the top 1000 since its debut. It follows the trend of respelling traditional names, similar to Katelyn and Caitlyn, which were more popular during the 1990s. Despite its low frequency, Katlyne is a distinct choice that carries the meaning of 'pure' through its Irish roots.
Katlyne is a modern respelling of Caitlin, the Irish form of Catherine, ultimately from the Greek word 'katharos', meaning 'pure'. It emerged in the United States alongside other variants like Katelyn and Caitlyn in the late 20th century, popularized by the trend of creative spellings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kat, Katie, Lyn
Sibling names for Katlyne
Names that share Katlyne's style, for a brother or sister.
