Christina
Christina is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Anointed one or follower of Christ.
Origin and history
Christina is a classic feminine name derived from the Greek word Christos, meaning 'follower of Christ' or 'anointed'. It became extremely popular in the United States during the late 20th century, consistently ranking among top choices for decades. Today it remains a recognizable and timeless traditional choice.
Popularity in the United States
479,718 babies in the United States have been named Christina since 1880. It ranks #66 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #673.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.6 %)
- NY (9 %)
- TX (7.2 %)
- PA (5.2 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 916 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,257 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,170 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,765 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,651 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,745 |
| 1940-1950 | 8,839 |
| 1950-1960 | 19,844 |
| 1960-1970 | 52,790 |
| 1970-1980 | 125,747 |
| 1980-1990 | 146,008 |
| 1990-2000 | 74,660 |
| 2000-2010 | 27,175 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,642 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,509 |
Famous people named Christina
- Christina Aguilera: Singer, Songwriter
- Christina Applegate: Actress
- Christina Ricci: Actress
Nicknames
Chris, Chrissy, Tina, Christie, Christy
Fun facts
- Queen Christina of Sweden was a famous 17th-century monarch known for her intellect and patronage of the arts.
- Christina was a top 20 name for girls in the United States throughout the 1970s and 1980s.