Kirstie
Kirstie is a girl's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ; anointed.
Origin and history
Kirstie is a Scottish diminutive of Christina or Kirsten, ultimately deriving from the Latin word for 'Christian' or 'follower of Christ'. The name enjoyed a surge in U.S. popularity during the late 20th century. Today it is a relatively rare choice for newborn girls in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
4,151 babies in the United States have been named Kirstie since 1880. It ranks #2731 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.1 %)
- TX (11.5 %)
- NY (5.8 %)
- OH (5.5 %)
- PA (5.5 %)
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 | 45 |
| 1960-1970 | 177 |
| 1970-1980 | 674 |
| 1980-1990 | 675 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,450 |
| 2000-2010 | 119 |
| 2010-2019 | 11 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Kirstie
- Kirstie Alley: Actress, Comedian
- Kirstie Maldonado: Singer, Musician
Fun facts
- Kirstie originated in Scotland as a familiar form of traditional names like Kirsteen and Christina.
- The name experienced increased visibility in the United States during the late 1980s and 1990s.