Kirstie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kirstie is a Scottish diminutive of Kirsten, which originates from the Greek Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ.' The name has evolved from Christina to Kirsten and finally to Kirstie. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is perceived as a modern and creative name. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Kirstie is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Kirstie 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, 'Kirstie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5635th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1767th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 968th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6141st out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Kirstie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kirstie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪərsti/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Kirstie is a diminutive form of the name Kirsten, which is derived from the Greek name Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ.'
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christina, Kirsten, Kirstie
Historical Usage
Kirstie gained popularity in the 20th century as a modern, affectionate form of the traditional name Kirsten.
Variants & Derivatives
Kirsten, Kirsty, Kirstin
Modern Popularity & Image
Kirstie is viewed as a charming and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kirstie Alley, Kirstie McLellan Day, Kirstie Hilliard
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kirstie"
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 "Kirstie"
"Kirstie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5635th of 12526 | 88 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1767th of 19264 | 844 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 968th of 27321 | 2,904 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6141st of 35406 | 315 |
Regional Popularity of "Kirstie" 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 "Kirstie" 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) |
82.43% 2421st/2937 |
70.03% 2439th/3483 |
51.31% 1805th/3518 |
39.96% 1616th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.77% 876th/3685 |
23.62% 1057th/4475 |
16.31% 847th/5194 |
17.02% 1075th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
79.53% 4107th/5164 |
72.69% 5316th/7313 |
70.95% 5295th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kirstie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kirstie" 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.