Caitlyn
boy nameCaitlyn entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #6138 in 2004, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
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rank today
#6138
peak (2004)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7588 |
| 1990s | #7875 |
| 2000s | #6138 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Caitlyn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Caitlyn alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Caitlyn in 2025?
- Caitlyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Caitlyn most popular?
- Caitlyn peaked in 2004, reaching #6138 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Caitlyn with classmates?
- Caitlyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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