Kristian
Kristian is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ or anointed one.
Origin and history
Kristian is a variant of Christian, derived from the Latin Medieval name Christianus. Although traditionally more common as a masculine name in Scandinavian and Slavic contexts, it has been steadily used as a feminine name in the United States. It offers a classic, religious-rooted name with a slightly modern, unisex spelling.
Popularity in the United States
6,820 babies in the United States have been named Kristian since 1880. It ranks #2046 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1997.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.7 %)
- CA (12 %)
- GA (7.8 %)
- LA (5.8 %)
- NC (5.4 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 185 |
| 1970-1980 | 508 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,005 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,656 |
| 2000-2010 | 950 |
| 2010-2019 | 407 |
| 2020-2029 | 104 |
Famous people named Kristian
- Kristian Alfonso: Actress, Model
- Kristian Bush: Musician, Singer
Nicknames
Kris, Krissy, Kristi, Tia
Fun facts
- Kristian is the standard Nordic spelling of the name Christian and has historically been borne by multiple kings of Denmark and Norway.
- While predominantly masculine worldwide, Kristian emerged in the U.S. as a popular cross-gender spelling choice for girls in the late 20th century.