Find out how popular the first name Caitlynd has been for the last 8 years (from 1990 to 1997) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Caitlynd by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Caitlynd is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1997, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Caitlynd.

The history of the first name Caitlynd

The name Caitlynd is a modern English variant of the Gaelic name Caitlín, which is derived from the ancient Irish Cáit, a pet form of the name Cáit. The root name Cáit is thought to have originated from the Old Celtic word "cata," meaning "pure" or "truth." This suggests that the name Caitlynd may have been associated with purity, innocence, or honesty in its earliest origins.

The name Caitlín gained popularity in Ireland during the Middle Ages, particularly among the Irish nobility and ruling families. It was a common name for Irish princesses and ladies of high rank. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Annals of Ulster, a medieval chronicle that mentions a woman named Caitlín Uí Lochlainn, who died in 1176.

In the 16th century, the name Caitlín was anglicized to Katherine or Catherine, leading to various spellings such as Cathleen, Kathleen, and Caitlin. The variant Caitlynd is a more recent spelling that emerged in the late 20th century, likely influenced by the popularity of names ending in "-lynd" or "-lind."

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Caitlín or its variations. One of the most famous was Caitlín Ní Uallacháin (c. 1680-1754), an Irish poet and noblewoman known for her poetic works in the Irish language. Another notable figure was Caitlín Mathew (1870-1904), an Irish writer and activist who campaigned for women's rights and Irish nationalism.

In the realm of literature, the name Caitlín appears in the works of renowned Irish writers such as James Joyce and Seamus Heaney. In Joyce's novel "Ulysses," Caitlín is mentioned as a symbol of Irish culture and identity. Heaney's poem "The Skunk" features a character named Caitlín, further cementing the name's association with Irish heritage.

Other notable individuals with variations of the name include Caitlin Ahern (1819-1895), an Irish journalist and activist for Irish independence, and Kathleen Mavourneen (c. 1840s), the subject of a popular Irish ballad that romanticized the name and its connection to Irish folklore.

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