Kirstyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kirstyn has Scottish origins and is derived from the name Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ.' It evolved from historical forms like Kirsten and has become popular in recent decades. It is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and does not have a significant biblical relevance.
The name Kirstyn is most popular in Texas, 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, Kirstyn 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, 'Kirstyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2020th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2393rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10018th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kirstyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kirstyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪr.stɪn/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Kirstyn is a modern variant of the name Kirsten, which is derived from the name Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ.' The name has roots in the Greek word 'Christos,' which translates to 'anointed one.'
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christina, Kirsten, Kirstyn
Historical Usage
Kirstyn gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern twist on more traditional names like Kirsten and Christina, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kirsten, Kristin, Christina, Kirsty
Modern Popularity & Image
Kirstyn is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kirstyn Smith - American singer, Kirstyn McCulloch - Australian athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kirstyn"
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 "Kirstyn"
"Kirstyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2020th of 27321 | 982 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2393rd of 35406 | 1,171 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10018th of 30306 | 118 |
Regional Popularity of "Kirstyn" 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 "Kirstyn" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
47.38% 1746th/3685 |
43.89% 1964th/4475 |
39.87% 2071st/5194 |
35.43% 2238th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
54.76% 2509th/4582 |
57.22% 2955th/5164 |
29.62% 2166th/7313 |
55.65% 4153rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kirstyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kirstyn" 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.