Katlin
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About Katlin
Katlin is a feminine name that represents a modern spelling variation of Caitlin, which itself is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Caitlín, derived from the Greek 'Aikaterine' (Katherine). This variant spelling maintains the same pronunciation while offering a slightly more streamlined appearance. Katlin gained some popularity in the 1980s and 1990s when similar names like Kaitlyn and Caitlyn were trending. The name carries connotations of purity and clarity from its ultimate Katherine origins, which mean 'pure.' Katlin balances familiarity with distinctiveness, making it recognizable yet not overly common. It offers a contemporary feel while still connecting to its traditional Irish and Greek heritage.
Katlin is also given to boys.
Pronounced KAT-lin.
As of October 2026, Katlin ranked #12403 for girls in US births in 2015 and #9575 for boys in US births in 1994 SSA, peaked at #603 for girls in 1993 and #3149 for boys in 1985.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |