Kiersten Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kiersten is a name of Danish origin meaning 'follower of Christ'. It evolved from Christina to Kirsten before becoming Kiersten. It reflects a connection to Christian heritage, though it does not have a direct biblical reference. The name became more popular in the late 20th century, often viewed as a modern and distinctive choice.
The name Kiersten is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Kiersten 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, 'Kiersten' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7175th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1605th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 707th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 569th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2033rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kiersten' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kiersten"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪərstən/
Origin
Danish
Etymology
Kiersten is derived from the Danish name Kirsten, which is a form of Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ'.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christina, Kirsten, Kiersten
Historical Usage
Kiersten gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a variant of the more common name Kristen.
Variants & Derivatives
Kirsten, Kristen, Kirsty
Modern Popularity & Image
Kiersten is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kiersten Warren, Kiersten Dunst
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kiersten"
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 "Kiersten"
"Kiersten" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7175th of 12526 | 47 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1605th of 19264 | 978 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 707th of 27321 | 4,479 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 569th of 35406 | 8,125 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2033rd of 30306 | 1,150 |
Regional Popularity of "Kiersten" 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 "Kiersten" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.19% 1621st/2937 |
33.68% 1173rd/3483 |
81.24% 2858th/3518 |
35.26% 1426th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.72% 616th/3685 |
12.31% 551st/4475 |
16.10% 836th/5194 |
12.71% 803rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
9.86% 452nd/4582 |
10.52% 543rd/5164 |
7.18% 525th/7313 |
12.60% 940th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
45.43% 1810th/3984 |
58.75% 2636th/4487 |
25.96% 1771st/6822 |
51.69% 3244th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kiersten"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kiersten" 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.