Katelyn
girl name#1076 in 2025Katelyn entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #52 in 2001, ranks #1076 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1970–2025
#1076
rank today
#52
peak (2001)
225
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5231 |
| 1980s | #418 |
| 1990s | #63 |
| 2000s | #64 |
| 2010s | #272 |
| 2020s | #865 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Katelyn has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 132,000 people named Katelyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Katelyn alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Katelyn in 2025?
- Katelyn ranks #1076 among US girl names in 2025, with 225 babies given the name.
- When was the name Katelyn most popular?
- Katelyn peaked in 2001, reaching #52 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Katelyn with classmates?
- Katelyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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