Caitilyn
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Caitilyn
The name Caitilyn is a modern variant of Caitlin, which is the Irish Gaelic form of the Greek name Katherine, meaning "pure." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Ireland and the United States, with no specific religious association, though it has been popular among Christians due to its connection to Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
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Etymology
The name Caitilyn is a modern variant of Caitlin, which is the Irish Gaelic form of the Greek name Katherine, meaning "pure." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Ireland and the United States, with no specific religious association, though it has been popular among Christians due to its connection to Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Caitilyn currently ranks #17,602 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2006.
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