Kirstin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kirstin is a Scottish diminutive of Christine, meaning 'follower of Christ', derived from Greek. It evolved through forms like Christina and Christine, gaining popularity in the 20th century. The name is seen as modern and vibrant, with notable figures such as Kirstin Maldonado and Kirsten Dunst.
The name Kirstin is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Kirstin 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, 'Kirstin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3342nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 954th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 755th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1518th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11499th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kirstin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kirstin"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪərstɪn/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Kirstin is a diminutive form of the name Christine, which is derived from the Greek word 'Christos' meaning 'anointed one'. It is often associated with the Christian faith.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christina, Christine, Kirstin
Historical Usage
Kirstin gained popularity in Scotland during the 20th century as a variation of Christine, particularly among English-speaking communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Kirsten, Kristin, Kirsty
Modern Popularity & Image
Kirstin is perceived as a modern and vibrant name, often associated with creativity and independence.
Famous People
Kirstin Maldonado – American singer and member of Pentatonix, Kirstin Dunst – American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kirstin"
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 "Kirstin"
"Kirstin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3342nd of 12526 | 241 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 954th of 19264 | 2,146 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 755th of 27321 | 4,090 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1518th of 35406 | 2,201 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11499th of 30306 | 94 |
Regional Popularity of "Kirstin" 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 "Kirstin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
80.96% 1803rd/2227 |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
- |
65.08% 1806th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
27.75% 815th/2937 |
26.67% 929th/3483 |
52.79% 1857th/3518 |
19.56% 791st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.42% 605th/3685 |
17.61% 788th/4475 |
16.73% 869th/5194 |
12.65% 799th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.38% 1163rd/4582 |
32.32% 1669th/5164 |
19.83% 1450th/7313 |
30.78% 2297th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kirstin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kirstin" 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.