Kristianna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kristianna is a feminine name derived from Latin and Greek origins, specifically from the term meaning 'follower of Christ'. Its language path includes forms like Christiana and Kristina. The name suggests traits of faith and individuality, with no direct biblical relevance. It became popular in the late 20th century and is currently viewed as modern and unique.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kristianna"
Pronunciation
/krɪˈstiːˌænə/
Origin
Latin and Greek
Etymology
Kristianna is a feminine form derived from 'Christian', which comes from the Latin 'Christianus' meaning 'follower of Christ'. The name includes the suffix '-anna', a common feminine addition in many languages.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christiana (Latin), Christianus (Latin), Kristina (Latin), Kristianna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Kristianna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variation of traditional names like Christina.
Variants & Derivatives
Kristina, Christina, Kris, Anna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kristianna is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strong faith and individuality.
Famous People
Kristianna McGowan, known for her philanthropic work., Kristianna Manes, a well-known artist.
📊 Kristianna Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Kristianna Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 64 peak births in 1994
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kristianna"
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 of "Kristianna"
"Kristianna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7287th of 19264 | 91 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3793rd of 27321 | 408 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4349th of 35406 | 502 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7610th of 30306 | 177 |
Regional Popularity of "Kristianna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kristianna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
90.41% 4046th/4475 |
77.76% 4039th/5194 |
54.03% 3413th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
92.12% 4757th/5164 |
66.44% 4859th/7313 |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
92.10% 6283rd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Kristianna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kristianna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kristianna" in the United States
The name Kristianna is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kristianna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kristianna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7287th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3793rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4349th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7610th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kristianna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.