Cristine
Cristine is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ or anointed one.
Origin and history
Cristine is a variant spelling of Christine, derived from the Greek name Christos meaning follower of Christ or anointed one. While less common in the United States than Christine or Christina, it has maintained a steady presence throughout the twentieth century. Today it is a rare spelling choice for newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
4,091 babies in the United States have been named Cristine since 1880. It ranks #2758 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2096.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.6 %)
- NY (21.7 %)
- TX (8.7 %)
- IL (6.1 %)
- PA (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 51 |
| 1930-1940 | 7 |
| 1940-1950 | 205 |
| 1950-1960 | 569 |
| 1960-1970 | 864 |
| 1970-1980 | 841 |
| 1980-1990 | 747 |
| 1990-2000 | 500 |
| 2000-2010 | 214 |
| 2010-2019 | 83 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Cristine
- Cristine Prosperi: Actress
- Cristine Rose: Actress
Nicknames
Cris, Crissy, Tina
Fun facts
- Cristine is an alternative spelling of Christine that omits the traditional silent 'h'.
- Over 4,000 girls in the U.S. have been named Cristine since official records began in 1880.