Kristian Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRIS-tee-an / /ˈkrɪs.ti.ən/Latin; Greek; Scandinavian
Meaning
Latin: 'follower of Christ'; Greek: 'Christian'; Scandinavian: 'bearer of Christ'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kristian is derived from the Latin name Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ'. It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Scandinavian countries. The name gained popularity in the Christian tradition, especially during the Middle Ages. Variants of the name have appeared in many languages, reflecting the spread of Christianity. Today, Kristian remains a popular name in many parts of the world.
Trend Summary
Kristian has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Christian
- Kristian
- Kristianus
International Variants
- Cristiano (Italian)
- Cristian (Spanish)
- Krzysztof (Polish)
- Kris (Dutch)
Famous people named Kristian
Kristian Nairn is an actor and DJ, best known for his role as Hodor in the television series Game of Thrones.
Kristian Bush is a musician and songwriter, recognized as one half of the country duo Sugarland.
Kristian Jensen is a Danish politician who has served as the Minister of Finance.
Kristian Ghedina is an Italian former alpine ski racer, known for his achievements in the World Cup.
Fictional characters named Kristian
Kristian is a character in the novel The Last Wish by Andrzej Sapkowski, known for his role in the Witcher series.
Kristian is a character in the animated series The Amazing World of Gumball, known for his humorous antics.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kristian was first seen in the United States in 1942. Kristian has ranked as high as #706 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kristian has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kristian (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 21 | |
| FL | 18 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| SC | 9 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 17 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 44 |
| 1960 | 37 |
| 1961 | 33 |
| 1962 | 30 |
| 1963 | 48 |
| 1964 | 39 |
| 1965 | 41 |
| 1966 | 46 |
| 1967 | 63 |
| 1968 | 76 |
| 1969 | 142 |
| 1970 | 168 |
| 1971 | 221 |
| 1972 | 212 |
| 1973 | 233 |
| 1974 | 229 |
| 1975 | 274 |
| 1976 | 257 |
| 1977 | 297 |
| 1978 | 242 |
| 1979 | 230 |
| 1980 | 148 |
| 1981 | 148 |
| 1982 | 175 |
| 1983 | 134 |
| 1984 | 162 |
| 1985 | 182 |
| 1986 | 186 |
| 1987 | 171 |
| 1988 | 193 |
| 1989 | 218 |
| 1990 | 315 |
| 1991 | 377 |
| 1992 | 493 |
| 1993 | 520 |
| 1994 | 509 |
| 1995 | 583 |
| 1996 | 607 |
| 1997 | 614 |
| 1998 | 610 |
| 1999 | 566 |
| 2000 | 591 |
| 2001 | 587 |
| 2002 | 533 |
| 2003 | 573 |
| 2004 | 512 |
| 2005 | 580 |
| 2006 | 578 |
| 2007 | 565 |
| 2008 | 546 |
| 2009 | 531 |
| 2010 | 468 |
| 2011 | 462 |
| 2012 | 442 |
| 2013 | 399 |
| 2014 | 400 |
| 2015 | 375 |
| 2016 | 358 |
| 2017 | 346 |
| 2018 | 326 |
| 2019 | 289 |
| 2020 | 279 |
| 2021 | 252 |
| 2022 | 238 |
| 2023 | 214 |
| 2024 | 189 |