Kristin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRIS-tin / ˈkrɪstɪnLatin; Scandinavian
Meaning
Latin: Christian; Scandinavian: Follower of Christ
Historical & Cultural Background
Kristin is derived from the Latin name 'Christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Scandinavian countries. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is often associated with Christian values. It is commonly used for both boys and girls, though it is more frequently given to females.
Trend Summary
Kristin has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1970s and 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kristen
- Kristin
International Variants
- Cristian (Spanish)
- Cristiano (Italian)
- Kristian (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Kristin
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Fictional characters named Kristin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kristin was first seen in the United States in 1951. Kristin has ranked as high as #1000 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kristin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kristin (1991)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 17 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 28 |
| 1966 | 19 |
| 1967 | 20 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 52 |
| 1970 | 69 |
| 1971 | 58 |
| 1972 | 77 |
| 1973 | 53 |
| 1974 | 82 |
| 1975 | 77 |
| 1976 | 66 |
| 1977 | 58 |
| 1978 | 59 |
| 1979 | 59 |
| 1980 | 68 |
| 1981 | 64 |
| 1982 | 61 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 50 |
| 1985 | 50 |
| 1986 | 37 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1989 | 44 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |