Kierstin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kierstin is of Scottish origin, derived from the name Christina, which means 'follower of Christ'. It evolved from Latin to Scottish and into its modern form. The name is associated with traits of uniqueness and modernity and does not have a direct biblical background. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and has several variants.
The name Kierstin is most popular in Indiana, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kierstin 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, 'Kierstin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4546th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1880th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1747th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8360th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kierstin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kierstin"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪərstɪn/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Kierstin is a feminine form of the name Kirst, which is derived from the name Christina. The name Christina itself comes from the Latin 'Christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christina (Latin), Kirst (Scottish), Kierstin (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Kierstin gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of more traditional names like Christina and Kirsten.
Variants & Derivatives
Kirsten, Kirsty, Christina
Modern Popularity & Image
Kierstin is perceived as a unique and modern name, appealing to those looking for alternatives to more common names.
Famous People
Kierstin Kelsey (American artist), Kierstin Marie (American singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kierstin"
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 "Kierstin"
"Kierstin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4546th of 19264 | 199 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1880th of 27321 | 1,091 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1747th of 35406 | 1,825 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8360th of 30306 | 155 |
Regional Popularity of "Kierstin" 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Kierstin" 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% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
40.22% 1482nd/3685 |
34.41% 1540th/4475 |
43.67% 2268th/5194 |
40.78% 2576th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.15% 1290th/4582 |
32.71% 1689th/5164 |
24.49% 1791st/7313 |
45.64% 3406th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
93.17% 3712th/3984 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Kierstin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kierstin" 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.