Kaitleen
Greek · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Kaitleen
Kaitleen is a modern English variant of Kathleen, derived from the Greek name Aikaterine (Αἰκατερίνα), which likely means "pure" or stems from "katharos" (pure).
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Etymology
Kaitleen is a modern English variant of Kathleen, derived from the Greek name Aikaterine (Αἰκατερίνα), which likely means "pure" or stems from "katharos" (pure). The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly Irish and American communities, with roots in Christian tradition through Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Kaitleen currently ranks #16,575 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2000.
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