Kirstie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKER-stee / /ˈkɪərsti/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: follower of Christ; English: short form of Kirsten
Historical & Cultural Background
Kirstie is a diminutive of the name Kirsten, which is derived from the name Christina. The name has roots in both Scottish and English cultures. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with a modern, youthful image.
Trend Summary
Kirstie has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kirsty
- Kirstin
International Variants
- Kirsten (Dutch)
- Kristina (Slavic)
- Christina (Latin)
Famous people named Kirstie
Kirstie Alley was an American actress known for her role in the television series 'Cheers'.
Kirstie Clements is an Australian journalist and former editor of Vogue Australia.
Kirstie Maldonado is an American singer and member of the a cappella group Pentatonix.
Kirstie Allsopp is a British television presenter and property expert.
Fictional characters named Kirstie
Kirstie is a character in the animated film 'The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature', known for her adventurous spirit.
Kirstie is a character in the book series 'The Secret of the Old Mill', where she plays a key role in solving mysteries.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kirstie was first seen in the United States in 1950. Kirstie has ranked as high as #677 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kirstie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kirstie (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 24 |
| 1968 | 32 |
| 1969 | 57 |
| 1970 | 57 |
| 1971 | 71 |
| 1972 | 60 |
| 1973 | 65 |
| 1974 | 64 |
| 1975 | 98 |
| 1976 | 62 |
| 1977 | 70 |
| 1978 | 60 |
| 1979 | 67 |
| 1980 | 36 |
| 1981 | 33 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 44 |
| 1987 | 61 |
| 1988 | 130 |
| 1989 | 251 |
| 1990 | 537 |
| 1991 | 635 |
| 1992 | 421 |
| 1993 | 257 |
| 1994 | 192 |
| 1995 | 121 |
| 1996 | 102 |
| 1997 | 74 |
| 1998 | 65 |
| 1999 | 46 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |