Katelyn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Katelyn Name at a Glance

Name	Katelyn
Meaning	Phonetic form of Caitlin - the Irish form of Katherine. Pure.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Katelyn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Katelyn means “Phonetic form of Caitlin - the Irish form of Katherine. Pure”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Katelyn Name Origin

Our database records Katelyn under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Katelyn a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Katelyn is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Katelyn

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