Katelyn is a name of Irish origin that has gained significant popularity in recent years. It is derived from the Irish name Caitlín, which is a diminutive form of the name Catherine or Caitlin.
The name Katelyn is believed to have originated from the Gaelic word "cait" meaning pure or innocent. The suffix "-lyn" is thought to be an anglicization of the Scottish and Irish name element "-lein".
Historically, the name Caitlín was popular among the Irish nobility during medieval times. It was often used as a nickname for girls named Catherine or Katherine. Over time, the name evolved into its current spelling of Katelyn.
Today, Katelyn is considered a modern and stylish name choice for girls in English-speaking countries around the world. Despite its popularity, it remains unique enough to stand out from other names that are commonly used today.
The statistics provided show the number of births for the name Katielyn in the United States from 1986 to 2013. Over this period, there were a total of 49 babies named Katielyn.
The years with the highest number of Katielyn births were 1997 and 2010, each with 9 births. Interestingly, the majority of years had either 5 or 6 births, indicating that Katielyn was not an extremely popular name during this time period but also not uncommon.
The peak in popularity occurred around the late 1990s to early 2000s, with a slight dip in recent years. Despite the fluctuations, Katielyn remains a recognizable name among American baby boomers and millennials alike.