Will my child share the name Kaitlin with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Kaitlin per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Kaitlin in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Kaitlin becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Kaitlin is declining: down 3,627 places since 2020, to #5,927 in 2025. It peaked at #198 in 2004.

Is Kaitlin a good choice for a distinctive name?

Kaitlin is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Kaitlin a popular baby name in the United States?

Kaitlin does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Kaitlin

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Kaitlin is a distinctive choice, ranked #5927 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Kaitlin in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Kaitlin

Kaitlin has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 2544 places in five years. It was most popular in 2004 at #198 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Kaitlin is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Kaitlin in their class.