Kathlyn

Meaning of Kathlyn

Kathlyn, pronounced /kæθˈlɪn/, is a female given name in Anglo-American onomastic practice, functioning as a distinctive orthographic variant of Katherine. Its etymology derives from the Greek katharos (“pure”), connoting purity and classical elegance, and the form Kathlyn first appears in late 19th-century U.S. vital records. Quantitative data reveal a mid-20th-century apex—80 births, rank 649 in 1954—followed by a gradual decline and a modest resurgence in 2024 with 63 occurrences (rank 887). The integration of the –lyn suffix exemplifies a broader morphological trend in American female anthroponymy, balancing structural innovation with semantic continuity. Analytically, Kathlyn’s trajectory underscores a synthesis of classical heritage and contemporary differentiation, offering a technically robust option for parents seeking historical depth allied with understated modern appeal.

Pronunciation

• Pronunced as kath-LIN (/kæθˈlɪn/)

• Kathleen
• Kathryn
• Katherine
• Katelyn
• Kaitlyn
• Katharine
• Katlyn