Caylin is a name of Scottish origin, derived from the Scottish Gaelic word "Cailean." Cailean itself comes from the Latin name "Caius," which was used by the ancient Romans. The meaning of Caius is "rejoice" or "happy." Therefore, Caylin can be interpreted as having a similar meaning.
The name Caylin has a long history and has been used in Scotland for centuries. It was initially given to boys, as it was believed to be a boy's name. However, over time, the name began to be used more frequently for girls as well. Today, Caylin is considered unisex and can be given to children of either gender.
One famous person with the name Caylin is Caylin Ferster, an American actress known for her roles in television shows such as "The Mentalist" and "Criminal Minds." However, there are many other notable individuals with this name throughout history.
The given statistics show the number of babies named Caylin born in the United States each year from 1986 to 2014. During this time period, there were a total of 87 babies named Caylin born in the US.
The years with the highest number of births for the name Caylin were:
* 1998: 11 births
* 1997: 7 births
* 1994: 8 births
Interestingly, there was a gap in births between 1988 and 1989, with no recorded births for the name Caylin during these years. However, it is possible that these statistics may not be exhaustive.
It's fascinating to observe how the popularity of names can fluctuate over time, even if the fluctuations are small as seen in this case. Understanding trends like these can provide insight into cultural shifts and preferences within society.