Kyrsten Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kyrsten is a modern English name derived from the Latin Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ'. It evolved from historical forms such as Kristen and Christina. The name reflects contemporary traits of individuality and modernity, and it has gained popularity in recent decades. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Kyrsten is most popular in Florida, 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, Kyrsten 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, 'Kyrsten' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9563rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2552nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2433rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11564th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kyrsten' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kyrsten"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪr.stən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Kyrsten is a modern variation of the name Kristen, which is derived from the Latin name Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ'.
Meaning
Christian
Language Evolution
Christianus (Latin), Christina (Latin), Kristen (Middle English), Kyrsten (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Kyrsten gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern and unique variation of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Kristen, Kristin, Kirsten, Kirsty
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kyrsten is perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with individuality and modernity.
Famous People
Kyrsten Sinema, American politician, Kyrsten McCoy, American singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kyrsten"
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 "Kyrsten"
"Kyrsten" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9563rd of 19264 | 51 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2552nd of 27321 | 714 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2433rd of 35406 | 1,137 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11564th of 30306 | 93 |
Regional Popularity of "Kyrsten" 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 "Kyrsten" 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) |
58.26% 2147th/3685 |
52.69% 2358th/4475 |
56.64% 2942nd/5194 |
39.54% 2498th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.55% 2133rd/4582 |
54.74% 2827th/5164 |
34.38% 2514th/7313 |
46.40% 3463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kyrsten"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kyrsten" 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.