Kaitlin
boy nameKaitlin entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #4450 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1984–2025
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rank today
#4450
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5461 |
| 1990s | #6428 |
| 2000s | #11356 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kaitlin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kaitlin alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kaitlin in 2025?
- Kaitlin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kaitlin most popular?
- Kaitlin peaked in 1988, reaching #4450 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kaitlin with classmates?
- Kaitlin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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