The name Gatlin is a boy's name meaning "wandering man".

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Gatlin has risen into the Top 1000 in recent years on the strength of its association with the Olympic champion sprinter Justin Galtin as well as the Gatlin Brothers of Nashville fame. The name has the same root as gadabout, thus the meaning related to wandering.

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<p>Gatlin as a feminine name represents an emerging trend of surname-inspired given names crossing gender boundaries. Originally an English surname derived from the Old English personal name 'Gatel,' it has associations with gateways or entrances. While more commonly used for boys in recent years, its adoption for girls reflects the growing preference for strong-sounding names with distinctive endings. Gatlin carries a Southern American flair, perhaps influenced by the Gatlin Brothers country music group or the Gatlin gun of historical fame. As a female name, it offers a contemporary edge while maintaining a connection to heritage naming patterns. The -lin ending aligns it with popular feminine names like Caitlin or Madelyn despite its different origins.</p>

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