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Name Origin

Caitlyn is a modern feminine given name, primarily used in English-speaking countries. It is a variant spelling of Caitlin, which itself originates from the Irish Gaelic name Cathailín. Cathailín is a diminutive form of Cathal, meaning 'battle' or 'warrior'.

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Famous People

Caitlyn Jenner (1949-)

Olympic athlete, television personality

Won the gold medal in the decathlon at the 1976 Summer Olympics.
Became a prominent transgender activist after publicly coming out in 2015.

Sibling Names

Finnigan

Both names have Irish origins and a similar classic yet modern feel.

Rowan

Similar in style to Caitlynn, Rowan is nature-inspired and carries a gentle strength.

Brianna

Sharing Irish roots and ending in 'a', Brianna creates a harmonious sibling set with Caitlynn.