Caitlan
Meaning
Pure, Joyful, Song.
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪt.lən/
Traits associated with the name Caitlan:
Dogs named Caitlan tend to be loving, industrious, hard-working, and brave. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Caitlan?
It suggests that you have a strong appreciation for unique and creative names. It also suggests that you are a person who values individuality and creativity.
Is Caitlan a good dog name?
Caitlan has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Caitlan isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall

Caitlan is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Caitlan was, in the past month, the 5466th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Caitlan is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Caitlan was viewed 17 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Caitlan's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Caitlan is most adored in Georgia, North Carolina and Pennsylvania.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Virginia, New York and Utah.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Caitlan.
Most popular breeds named Caitlan:
- Australian Shepherd
Caitlan is found in these categories:
scottish
Derived from Scottish Gaelic, meaning "pure".
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