Kathyn
Girl nameKathyn has been given to 16 babies in the U.S. since 1954. It peaked in 1962.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
16
Peak year
1962 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1954
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kathyn — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kathyn.
Sibling name ideas for Kathyn
Same era and popularity as Kathyn, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kathyn?
Kathyn has been given to 16 babies in the U.S. since 1954. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kathyn peak?
Kathyn peaked in 1962, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Kathyn a girl or boy name?
Kathyn is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Kathyn are girls).
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