Caithlin
girl nameCaithlin entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #9244 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
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rank today
#9244
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #9244 |
| 1990s | #11025 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Caithlin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Caithlin alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Caithlin in 2025?
- Caithlin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Caithlin most popular?
- Caithlin peaked in 1988, reaching #9244 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Caithlin with classmates?
- Caithlin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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