Kristiana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kristiana is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'follower of Christ'. It evolved from Christianus through several languages, maintaining its religious significance. The name is often associated with traits of elegance and strength and has gained popularity in recent decades. It does not have a specific biblical reference, but it is linked to the Christian faith. Notable individuals with this name include models and figures in technology.
The name Kristiana is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Kristiana 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, 'Kristiana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10657th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4053rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2240th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2273rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4200th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kristiana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kristiana"
Pronunciation
/krɪˈstiːənə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Kristiana is derived from the Latin word 'Christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'. It is a feminine form of the name Christian.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christianus (Latin), Cristian (Old French), Kristian (Old Norse), Kristiana (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Kristiana gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine variant of Christian, reflecting a broader acceptance of Christian names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kristina, Christina, Kris, Ana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kristiana is viewed as a unique and modern name associated with strong religious connotations. It is often perceived as elegant and feminine.
Famous People
Kristiana Pimenova (model and actress), Kristiana O'Connell (a notable figure in technology)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kristiana"
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 "Kristiana"
"Kristiana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10657th of 12526 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4053rd of 19264 | 240 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2240th of 27321 | 855 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2273rd of 35406 | 1,264 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4200th of 30306 | 415 |
Regional Popularity of "Kristiana" 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 "Kristiana" 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) |
- | - | - |
64.61% 2613th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
60.24% 2220th/3685 |
45.16% 2021st/4475 |
52.52% 2728th/5194 |
29.78% 1881st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.64% 2687th/4582 |
43.03% 2222nd/5164 |
32.30% 2362nd/7313 |
31.09% 2320th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
74.06% 3323rd/4487 |
59.79% 4079th/6822 |
80.77% 5069th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kristiana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kristiana" 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.