Kierstyn
Kierstyn is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ or anointed one.
Origin and history
Kierstyn is a modern American spelling variation of Kirsten, which derives from the Latin name Christina. It ultimately traces back to the Greek word for 'anointed one' or 'follower of Christ'. In the United States, it is a less common contemporary option given to a few dozen baby girls each year.
Popularity in the United States
2,421 babies in the United States have been named Kierstyn since 1880. It ranks #3587 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2006.
States where it is most popular
- TX (15.5 %)
- OH (11.8 %)
- PA (10.4 %)
- FL (9.2 %)
- CA (8.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 50 |
| 1990-2000 | 646 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,120 |
| 2010-2019 | 505 |
| 2020-2029 | 95 |
Nicknames
Kier, Kiki
Fun facts
- Kierstyn developed in the late 20th century as an alternative phonetic spelling of the traditional Scandinavian name Kirsten.