Christie
Christie is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Bearer of Christ or follower of Christ.
Origin and history
Christie originated as a diminutive or variant of Christian or Christopher, both derived from Greek roots referring to Jesus Christ. Historically used as a given name for both boys and girls, it is also a common Scottish surname. In the U.S., Christie was occasionally given to boys in the mid-to-late 20th century, though it has become rare for males in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
884 babies in the United States have been named Christie since 1880. It ranks #3794 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- MA (55 %)
- NY (45 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 97 |
| 1920-1930 | 164 |
| 1930-1940 | 99 |
| 1940-1950 | 112 |
| 1950-1960 | 129 |
| 1960-1970 | 90 |
| 1970-1980 | 104 |
| 1980-1990 | 67 |
| 1990-2000 | 7 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Christie
- Christie Matthewson: Baseball Player
Fun facts
- While predominantly feminine today, Christie was historically used for boys as a diminutive of Christopher or Christian, as well as a medieval masculine name.
- Christie is a prominent Scottish surname, derived from the pet form of Christian.