Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn is an anglicized spelling variant of the Irish name Caitlín, itself the Irish form of Catherine, which derives from the Greek name Aikaterine. The ultimate root of Aikaterine is debated, with proposed origins including the Greek katharos, meaning pure, and a connection to the goddess Hecate. The name gained widespread use in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, during the late twentieth century as part of a broader trend of creative respellings. Related forms include Caitlin, Katelyn, Kathleen, and Katherine.