Christine
Christine is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ; anointed.
Origin and history
Christine is traditionally a feminine name derived from the Greek word for 'anointed' or 'follower of Christ'. Although overwhelmingly used for females in the United States, historical birth records show occasional usage for males. Its classic sound has made it a enduring name across European languages.
Popularity in the United States
2,030 babies in the United States have been named Christine since 1880. It ranks #2860 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (39.3 %)
- CA (24.2 %)
- IL (8.1 %)
- PA (7.8 %)
- DC (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 46 |
| 1920-1930 | 105 |
| 1930-1940 | 115 |
| 1940-1950 | 174 |
| 1950-1960 | 258 |
| 1960-1970 | 385 |
| 1970-1980 | 420 |
| 1980-1990 | 387 |
| 1990-2000 | 107 |
| 2000-2010 | 28 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Chris
Fun facts
- The name Christine ultimately derives from the Greek word 'Christos', meaning anointed one.
- Although predominantly feminine, Christine appears in U.S. male birth registers over 2,000 times since 1880.