Kristen
Kristen is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ or anointed one.
Origin and history
Kristen is a Danish and Norwegian variant of Christina, ultimately derived from the Greek name Christos. It gained immense popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly from the 1970s through the 1990s. While its usage for newborns has declined significantly in recent years, it remains a well-recognized classic.
Popularity in the United States
218,767 babies in the United States have been named Kristen since 1880. It ranks #183 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1329.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.2 %)
- NY (8.4 %)
- TX (6.2 %)
- PA (6 %)
- OH (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 20 |
| 1940-1950 | 776 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,811 |
| 1960-1970 | 18,039 |
| 1970-1980 | 44,206 |
| 1980-1990 | 83,228 |
| 1990-2000 | 53,075 |
| 2000-2010 | 12,558 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,244 |
| 2020-2029 | 810 |
Famous people named Kristen
- Kristen Stewart: Actress, Director
- Kristen Bell: Actress, Singer
- Kristen Wiig: Actress, Comedian
Nicknames
Kris, Krissy, Kristi
Fun facts
- Kristen originated as a Scandinavian masculine form of Christian, but evolved into a predominantly feminine name in English-speaking countries.
- The name peaked in the U.S. during the late 1970s and 1980s, frequently ranking among the top 50 names for girls.