Christianna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Christianna originates from Latin, meaning 'follower of Christ', and has evolved through various forms including Christianus and Christina. It reflects traits of faith and tradition, with no direct biblical references. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages and remains recognized today, with a perception of elegance and Christian affiliation.
The name Christianna is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Christianna 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, 'Christianna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6218th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3362nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2106th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2179th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3873rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Christianna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Christianna"
Pronunciation
/krɪsˈtiːənə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Christianna is derived from the Latin word 'Christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'. The name Christianna can be seen as a feminine variant that emphasizes the Christian faith.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christianus (Latin), Christian (Old French), Christina (Latin and Greek), Christianna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages as Christianity spread throughout Europe, particularly in Christian communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Christina, Christine, Kristina, Christy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Christianna is seen as a classic and elegant name, often associated with a strong Christian identity.
Famous People
Christianna D. McNair (American author), Christianna K. Smith (American artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Christianna"
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 "Christianna"
"Christianna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6218th of 12526 | 69 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3362nd of 19264 | 315 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2106th of 27321 | 928 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2179th of 35406 | 1,342 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3873rd of 30306 | 468 |
Regional Popularity of "Christianna" 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 "Christianna" 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) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - |
91.79% 3712th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
68.66% 2530th/3685 |
47.33% 2118th/4475 |
52.52% 2728th/5194 |
36.06% 2278th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.55% 2133rd/4582 |
42.47% 2193rd/5164 |
28.35% 2073rd/7313 |
42.29% 3156th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
92.78% 4163rd/4487 |
48.24% 3291st/6822 |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Christianna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Christianna" 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.