Caitlin
Meaning: Pure and clear — unblemished goodness and transparent heart
Origin: Spanish
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #92
Total births: 5,736
History: Caitlin surged in the 1990s-2000s as the Celtic spelling became hugely popular in Australia. Australia's Irish heritage makes Celtic names resonate deeply. Caitlin represents the 1990s generation of Australian girls — their parents choosing heritage over convention.
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| Current rank (2013) | #78 |
| Babies named Caitlin in 2013 | 90 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 5,736 |
| Peak year | 2000 (360 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #10 |
| Years in records | 1987–2013 (27 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 28 spots |
Frequently asked about Caitlin
What does the name Caitlin mean?
Caitlin means “Pure and clear — unblemished goodness and transparent heart” from Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Caitlin?
Caitlin has Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “Pure and clear — unblemished goodness and transparent heart”.
How popular is Caitlin in Australia?
Caitlin ranked #78 in Australia in 2013 — given to 90 babies that year.
When was Caitlin most popular?
Caitlin peaked in 2000 with 360 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Caitlin a boy or girl name?
Caitlin is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Caitlins in registered births are female.
Is the name Caitlin rising or falling in popularity?
Caitlin has fallen 28 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #50 in 2008 to #78 in 2013.
How long has Caitlin been recorded in Australia?
Caitlin appears in birth records in Australia across 27 years — from 1987 through 2013.