Khirsten Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKUR-sten / /ˈkɪərstən/English; Scandinavian
Meaning
Christian; follower of Christ
Historical & Cultural Background
Khirsten is a modern variant of the name Kirsten, which has roots in the name Christina. The name Christina itself is derived from the Latin 'Christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'. It has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Scandinavian countries. The name has seen variations in spelling and pronunciation over the years, adapting to different linguistic contexts.
Trend Summary
Khirsten has seen limited popularity in the U.S., with variations like Kristen being more common.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kirsten
- Kirstin
- Kristen
International Variants
- Kristina (Swedish)
- Cristina (Spanish)
- Kirstin (Scottish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Khirsten was first seen in the United States in 1991. Khirsten has ranked as high as #1222 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Khirsten has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Khirsten
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |