Kriston Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRIS-ton / ˈkrɪstənLatin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: Christian; Greek: Follower of Christ
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kriston is derived from the Latin name 'Christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Christian communities. The name reflects a strong religious connotation and has been popular in many Western countries. Variants of the name have appeared throughout history, often influenced by local languages and cultures.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kristan
- Kristen
International Variants
- Cristiano (Italian)
- Cristian (Spanish)
- Krzysztof (Polish)
Famous people named Kriston
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Fictional characters named Kriston
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kriston was first seen in the United States in 1961. Kriston has ranked as high as #1071 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kriston has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kriston
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |