Kristine
“follower of Christ.”
English origin · Unisex name
#1333US 2023
867Births / yr
→Stable
84.3kAll-time births
📅 Since 191600.2% of births at peak
How to pronounce Kristine
kris-teen(english),kris-tee-nə(german)
/kris-teen(english),kris-tee-nə(german)/ · · 3 syllables
“follower of Christ.”
English origin · Unisex name
What does Kristine mean and where does it come from?
Kristine is a variant of the name Christine, derived from the Latin 'Christianus,' meaning 'follower of Christ.' The name has been widely used across various cultures and has numerous spellings including Christina, Kristina, and Kirsten. Its popularity peaked in the 20th century, particularly in Eur
Cultural significance
Kristine has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.
Peak popularity
Reached #104 in 1966 — currently #1333 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Kristine?
Kristine works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Kristine Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Kristine Rose
Floral · soft ending
Kristine Mae
Sweet · timeless
Kristine Claire
French influence · crisp
Kristine Jane
Literary · strong
Kristine Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Kristine right now?
Holding steady — currently #1333 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Kristine
Kristine entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. A total of 84,266 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3577 in 1920 to #1333 in 2023. Kristine is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Kristine in 1966:
Kristine by decade
Kristine peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 29 | |
| 1920s | 72 | |
| 1930s | 122 | |
| 1940s | 4,046 | |
| 1950s | 12,084 | |
| 1960s ★ | 24,184 | |
| 1970s | 20,599 | |
| 1980s | 13,621 | |
| 1990s | 6,542 | |
| 2000s | 2,038 | |
| 2010s | 886 | |
| 2020s | 43 |
What are good nicknames for Kristine?
CROATIAN
InaTina
DANISH
ChristaChristinInaKirstenKristinStinaStineTine
DUTCH
InaStienTinaTineke
ENGLISH
ChrisChrissieChrissyChristaChristenChristiChristieChristyCristenInaKierstenKikiKirstenKrisKristaKristenKristiKristiaKristieKristinKristyKrystenKyrstenTianaTiannaTina
What names sound and feel like Kristine?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kristine also consider these
Kristene
English-speaking countries · Follower of Christ.
Kristyne
English · follower of Christ
Krystine
American · Follower of Christ
Kristiane
Germanic · follower of Christ
Hristine
Slavic countries · follower of Christ
Tristine
Latin · sadness
Khristine
American · Follower of Christ;
Pristine
English-speaking countries · pure, unspoiled
How is Kristine written in other languages?
Gender variants of Kristine
Kristiyan BULGARIANKristijan CROATIANKrsto CROATIANCarsten DANISHChristen DANISHChrister DANISHChristian DANISHKarsten DANISHKresten DANISHKris DANISHKristen DANISHKristian DANISHChris DUTCHChristiaan DUTCHChris ENGLISHChristian ENGLISHKris ENGLISHKristjan ESTONIANKristian FINNISHChristian FRENCHChristian GERMANKrisztián HUNGARIANKristján ICELANDICCristiano ITALIANChristianus LATE ROMANKristiāns LATVIANKristijonas LITHUANIANCarsten LOW GERMANKarsten LOW GERMANHristijan MACEDONIANKristijan MACEDONIANChristen NORWEGIANChristian NORWEGIANKarsten NORWEGIANKristen NORWEGIANKristian NORWEGIANKrystian POLISHKrystyn POLISHCristiano PORTUGUESECristi ROMANIANCristian ROMANIANKristijan SERBIANKristijan SLOVENEKristjan SLOVENECristián SPANISHChrister SWEDISHChristian SWEDISHKrister SWEDISHKristian SWEDISHChristos THEOLOGY
Common questions about the name Kristine
What does the name Kristine mean?
Kristine means "Latin" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Kristine?
Kristine is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Kristine?
Kristine originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Kristine?
Kristine pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Kristine a common or rare name?
Kristine is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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