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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KRIS-tin /ˈkrɪstɪn/
Origin: Latin; Scandinavian
Meaning: Latin: Christian; Scandinavian: Follower of Christ
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kristin is derived from the Latin name "Christianus," meaning "follower of Christ." This Latin term evolved from the Greek word "Christianos," which itself is rooted in the Hebrew word "Mashiach," meaning "anointed one." The name made its way into various languages as Christianity spread throughout Europe, eventually leading to the Old French form "Cristin" before entering the English lexicon as Kristin. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, including Christine and Christina, which also share the same etymological roots.
Historically, the name Kristin and its variants have been borne by numerous notable figures. One significant milestone in its history is the use of the name by early Christian saints, such as Saint Christina, a martyr from the 3rd century.
The name gained further prominence during the Middle Ages, particularly in regions where Christianity was a dominant cultural force. The translation of the Bible into vernacular languages, including the King James Bible in the early 17th century, contributed to the dissemination of Christian names, including Kristin, among the populace.
Culturally, the name Kristin has been associated with virtues such as faith, purity, and devotion, reflecting its Christian origins. It has been embraced in various literary and artistic works throughout the centuries, often symbolizing a connection to religious themes or moral integrity.
The name has also seen diminutive forms like Krista and Kri, which have been used in different cultures, adding to its versatility and enduring appeal. Overall, Kristin encapsulates a rich historical and cultural legacy that underscores its significance in the context of Christian naming traditions.
Famous people named Kristin
In this section, you will find notable people named Kristin. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Kristin who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Kristin who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Kristin Chenoweth is an actress and singer best known for Wicked, Pushing Daisies, and The West Wing.
Kristin Scott Thomas is an actress best known for The English Patient, Four Weddings and a Funeral, and Nowhere Boy.
Kristin Wiig is an actress and comedian best known for Bridesmaids, Saturday Night Live, and Ghostbusters.
Kristin Kreuk is an actress best known for Smallville, Beauty and the Beast, and EuroTrip.
Kristin Cavallari is a television personality and actress best known for Laguna Beach, The Hills, and Very Cavallari.
Kristin Minter is an actress best known for E.R., The Girl Next Door, and The Edge of Night.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kristin was first seen in the United States in 1932.
Kristin has ranked as high as #72 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Kristin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kristin is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kristin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kristin.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 2024 | 31 | 0 | 31 |
| 2023 | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| 2022 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 2021 | 44 | 0 | 44 |
| 2020 | 51 | 0 | 51 |
| 2019 | 53 | 8 | 45 |
| 2018 | 65 | 0 | 65 |
| 2017 | 65 | 0 | 65 |
| 2016 | 82 | 6 | 76 |
| 2015 | 112 | 0 | 112 |
| 2014 | 135 | 0 | 135 |
| 2013 | 144 | 6 | 138 |
| 2012 | 155 | 0 | 155 |
| 2011 | 165 | 0 | 165 |
| 2010 | 228 | 0 | 228 |
| 2009 | 261 | 0 | 261 |
| 2008 | 322 | 5 | 317 |
| 2007 | 364 | 9 | 355 |
| 2006 | 521 | 11 | 510 |
| 2005 | 545 | 6 | 539 |
| 2004 | 564 | 11 | 553 |
| 2003 | 716 | 0 | 716 |
| 2002 | 835 | 6 | 829 |
| 2001 | 971 | 8 | 963 |
| 2000 | 1,067 | 11 | 1,056 |
| 1999 | 1,206 | 12 | 1,194 |
| 1998 | 1,459 | 12 | 1,447 |
| 1997 | 1,759 | 7 | 1,752 |
| 1996 | 2,203 | 10 | 2,193 |
| 1995 | 2,435 | 17 | 2,418 |
| 1994 | 2,856 | 16 | 2,840 |
| 1993 | 3,005 | 14 | 2,991 |
| 1992 | 3,615 | 18 | 3,597 |
| 1991 | 4,112 | 25 | 4,087 |
| 1990 | 5,326 | 26 | 5,300 |
| 1989 | 6,108 | 44 | 6,064 |
| 1988 | 6,046 | 27 | 6,019 |
| 1987 | 5,507 | 44 | 5,463 |
| 1986 | 6,037 | 37 | 6,000 |
| 1985 | 6,616 | 50 | 6,566 |
| 1984 | 7,057 | 50 | 7,007 |
| 1983 | 7,305 | 38 | 7,267 |
| 1982 | 8,795 | 61 | 8,734 |
| 1981 | 9,801 | 64 | 9,737 |
| 1980 | 7,769 | 68 | 7,701 |
| 1979 | 4,323 | 59 | 4,264 |
| 1978 | 3,866 | 59 | 3,807 |
| 1977 | 3,663 | 58 | 3,605 |
| 1976 | 3,693 | 66 | 3,627 |
| 1975 | 3,957 | 77 | 3,880 |
| 1974 | 4,300 | 82 | 4,218 |
| 1973 | 3,956 | 53 | 3,903 |
| 1972 | 4,663 | 77 | 4,586 |
| 1971 | 4,919 | 58 | 4,861 |
| 1970 | 5,702 | 69 | 5,633 |
| 1969 | 4,805 | 52 | 4,753 |
| 1968 | 4,161 | 27 | 4,134 |
| 1967 | 3,620 | 20 | 3,600 |
| 1966 | 3,281 | 19 | 3,262 |
| 1965 | 2,857 | 28 | 2,829 |
| 1964 | 1,745 | 21 | 1,724 |
| 1963 | 1,597 | 17 | 1,580 |
| 1962 | 890 | 14 | 876 |
| 1961 | 830 | 8 | 822 |
| 1960 | 781 | 7 | 774 |
| 1959 | 724 | 14 | 710 |
| 1958 | 602 | 0 | 602 |
| 1957 | 545 | 8 | 537 |
| 1956 | 453 | 0 | 453 |
| 1955 | 464 | 0 | 464 |
| 1954 | 412 | 5 | 407 |
| 1953 | 452 | 6 | 446 |
| 1952 | 440 | 0 | 440 |
| 1951 | 429 | 7 | 422 |
| 1950 | 356 | 0 | 356 |
| 1949 | 322 | 0 | 322 |
| 1948 | 317 | 0 | 317 |
| 1947 | 275 | 0 | 275 |
| 1946 | 239 | 0 | 239 |
| 1945 | 125 | 0 | 125 |
| 1944 | 108 | 0 | 108 |
| 1943 | 100 | 0 | 100 |
| 1942 | 87 | 0 | 87 |
| 1941 | 61 | 0 | 61 |
| 1940 | 51 | 0 | 51 |
| 1939 | 56 | 0 | 56 |
| 1938 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1937 | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| 1936 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1935 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 1934 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1933 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1932 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Top States for Kristin (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |