Gatlin

Meaning of Gatlin

Comes from a surname, possibly referring to someone who lived near the gate of a town or fortified place.

Gatlin has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Gatlin

After ranking as high as #725 in 2022, Gatlin has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Gatlin

• Justin Gatlin
  Olympic sprinter and medalist
• Gatlin Green
  American actress and singer
• Gatlin McLain
  Country music artist
• Gatlin Didier
  American football player
• Gatlin O'Donoghue
  Actor, 'Alien Code'

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Questions about the name Gatlin

What does the name Gatlin mean?

Gatlin means comes from a surname, possibly referring to someone who lived near the gate of a town or fortified place, and it comes from English origins.

Is Gatlin a boy's or a girl's name?

Gatlin is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Gatlin?

Gatlin did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Gatlin most popular?

Gatlin peaked at #725 in 2022.