Girl · 1243rd of 27,321
Cristin
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
4,389
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1981
Peak Popularity Year
279
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Cristin stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Cristin originated from the Latin word 'Christianus,' meaning 'follower of Christ.' The name has evolved through various languages and forms, maintaining its association with Christianity. It is often perceived as modern and elegant, with a strong association to independent women. Cristin does not have biblical relevance as a direct name but is linked to the Christian faith. It gained popularity in the 20th century and has several variants.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪstɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Cristin is derived from the Latin word 'Christianus,' which means 'follower of Christ.' It is a variant of the name Christian, which became popular in the Christian world as a given name for both genders.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christianus (Latin), Christian (Old French), Cristin (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Cristin gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Christian.
Variants & Derivatives
Kristin, Christina, Kristen, Cristina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cristin is perceived as a modern and elegant name. It has a positive connotation, often associated with strong, independent women.
Famous People
Cristin Milioti (American actress), Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz (American poet and author)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 279 peak births in 1981
Geographic Spread
Popular across 29 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 48 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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Chrystin
Chrystine
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Cristeen
Cristene
Cristine
Cristyn
Crystin
Crystine
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Khristine
Khrystin
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Kristien
Kristin
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Krystoffer
Krystyn
Krystyne
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5506th of 10718 | 53 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9103rd of 16616 | 42 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16086th of 24088 | 25 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5412th of 12526 | 97 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1111th of 19264 | 1,734 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1243rd of 27321 | 2,055 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5659th of 35406 | 351 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18485th of 30306 | 32 |