Kaitlynn is a name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish Gaelic name "Caitlín". This name is composed of two elements: "catha" which means "battle" and "linne" which means "little lake". Therefore, Kaitlynn can be interpreted as meaning "battle by the little lake".
The name Caitlín was popularized in Ireland during the Middle Ages, often being used to honor Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr who was renowned for her intelligence and beauty. The name became even more widespread after it was used for several queens and saints throughout history.
Over time, various spellings and variations of this name have emerged, including Kaitlin, Cailey, Cateline, and Catelyn, among others. However, the most popular spelling today is Kaitlynn.
Despite its Irish roots, Kaitlynn has gained international recognition due to its attractive sound and association with notable figures in popular culture. For instance, American actress Kaitlyn Dever and Australian singer Kaitlyn Lyle have helped to popularize this name even further.
The statistics provided show the number of births for the name Katilynn in the United States from 1989 to 2017. The name's popularity fluctuated over this period, with a peak in 1999 when there were 28 births.
In the early years, from 1989 to 1993, Katilynn was relatively uncommon, with fewer than 15 births each year. However, its popularity began to rise in 1994 and reached a peak in 1999, with more than double the number of births compared to previous years.
The late 1990s and early 2000s saw Katilynn's popularity stabilize at around 15-28 births per year. However, after 2004, its popularity began to decline again. From 2006 onwards, there were fewer than 15 births each year for the name Katilynn.
Despite this decline in recent years, Katilynn still has a total of 390 births recorded in the United States between 1989 and 2017. This indicates that while it may not be one of the most popular names, there is still a consistent presence of Katilynn among American babies born during this period.