How Many People Are Named Caitlynn?
Complete statistics for the name Caitlynn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Caitlynn is a very rare name, with only 4,876 people using it today in the US. That's 1 in 67,679 Americans. It peaked in 1998 with 297 births that year.
π Meaning & Origin
The life path number 8 is traditionally associated with ambition, authority, and material success. People connected to this number are often seen as natural leaders with strong drive and a talent for managing resources and achieving their goals.
π Worldwide Usage
β₯ Gender Distribution
π Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 24All 4,935 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
π Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1998Annual US births from SSA records Β· Trend: Declining
π Name Scorecard
Scores 0β100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
π Caitlynn Through the Generations
The name Caitlynn has a unique story, starting as a rare choice but becoming more common in recent decades. With just 4,935 total births across all time, yet 4,876 people still using it today, the gap is quite significant. The peak in 1998 saw 297 births, indicating a surge in popularity during that period. Today, the majority of Caitlynn's are under 30, making up 76% of the total, which aligns with its status as a modern, newer-generation name. This trend of declining usage since its peak is also notable, showing a shift in naming preferences over time.
π State Distribution (Top 10)
πΏ Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Caitlynn's Greek roots
π About the Name Caitlynn
How Many People Have the Name Caitlynn?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,876 people in the United States currently share the name Caitlynn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 67,679 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Caitlynn a Common or Rare Name?
Caitlynn is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Caitlynn Mean?
Caitlynn means "Pure" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Caitlynn in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Caitlynn Most Popular?
The name Caitlynn reached peak popularity in 1998, with 297 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
β Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Caitlynn?
Approximately 4,876 people named Caitlynn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,935. That works out to roughly 1 in 67,679 Americans.
Is Caitlynn a rare name?
Caitlynn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 67,679 Americans has this name.
What does the name Caitlynn mean?
Caitlynn means "Pure" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Caitlynn more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Caitlynn are male and 100% are female.
When was Caitlynn most popular?
Caitlynn peaked in 1998 with 297 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.