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Katlynn

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Katlynn: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1997.

A modern twist on an ancient classic, Katlynn is a respelling of Caitlin, the Irish Gaelic form of Catherine, which itself comes from the Greek *katharos*, meaning “pure.” The name gained popularity across English-speaking countries in the late 20th century, and in Scotland it sits alongside more traditional spellings like Caitlin and Kaitlyn. While no single famous bearer named Katlynn dominates the history books, the original Catherine has been borne by saints and queens, including Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a fourth-century martyr. The place name St. Catharines in Ontario, Canada, honours her, though it’s not directly linked to this spelling. Katlynn offers a fresh, distinctly modern feel while staying rooted in a timeless meaning of purity and grace.

Girl 1 of 52 years

Peak year
19973 babies
Latest (1997)
#6533 babies
Total births
3since 1997
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1997 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).