Katelyn
Katelyn: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Katelyn
- A female given name from Irish, variant of Caitlin.
How popular is Katelyn?
Since 1880, 134,049 girls and 157 boys in the U.S. have been named Katelyn (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #52 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #3412 in 2004. In 2025, 225 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Katelyn FAQ
What does the name Katelyn mean?
A female given name from Irish, variant of Caitlin.
What is the origin of the name Katelyn?
Katelyn is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Katelyn?
Since 1880, 134,049 girls and 157 boys in the U.S. have been named Katelyn (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #52 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #3412 in 2004. In 2025, 225 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Katelyn a boy or girl name?
Katelyn is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 134,049 girls and 157 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.