Girl · 1174th of 27,321
Krystin
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
3,131
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1989
Peak Popularity Year
207
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Krystin 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
Krystin is a modern variant of the name Christine, which has its roots in the Latin word for 'follower of Christ'. It evolved through several forms including Christianus and Christine, gaining popularity in contemporary culture. The name carries connotations of faith and individuality, although it has no direct biblical reference. Notable individuals with this name include Krystin Behrend and Krystin Pellerin.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪstɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Krystin is a variant of the name Christine, which is derived from the Latin 'Christianus' meaning 'follower of Christ'.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christianus, Christina, Christine, Krystin
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern adaptation of traditional names like Christine.
Variants & Derivatives
Christine, Kristen, Kristin, Krystina
Modern Popularity & Image
Krystin is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with individuality and creativity.
Famous People
Krystin Behrend, Krystin Pellerin
Trend Analysis
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 207 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 29 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 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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Chrystine
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Krystoffer
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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 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4101st of 19264 | 235 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1174th of 27321 | 2,231 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3764th of 35406 | 607 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14588th of 30306 | 58 |