Kathlynn

Kathlynn is a feminine name that combines elements of Katherine and Lynn, creating a modern variation of these classic names. Katherine derives from the Greek name Aikaterine, with debated meanings including 'pure' and 'each of the two,' while Lynn comes from a Welsh word meaning 'lake' or can be a shortened form of names ending in '-lyn' or '-line.' This blended creation emerged in the late 20th century during a trend of combining traditional names with popular suffixes. The unique spelling with the double 'n' adds distinction while maintaining the familiar sound. While never reaching high popularity rankings, Kathlynn offers parents a way to honor family members named Katherine, Kathleen, or Lynn while giving their daughter a slightly more unique identity. The name carries the substantial heritage of Katherine with a modern twist.

Pronounced KATH-lin.

As of October 2026, Kathlynn ranked #16348 in US births in 2023 SSA, peaked at #2545 in 1952.