Catelyn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Catelyn Name at a Glance

Name	Catelyn
Meaning	Variant of Katherine meaning pure.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Catelyn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Catelyn means “Variant of Katherine meaning 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.

Catelyn Name Origin

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

Is Catelyn a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Catelyn

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