Tristen
Tristen is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Noise, tumult, or sad; traditionally linked to the Arthurian legend of Tristan.
Origin and history
Tristen is a modern variant of the traditional name Tristan, which stems from Celtic roots and Arthurian legend. While historically given more often to boys, it has seen steady feminine usage in the United States. Today, it remains a recognizable, contemporary choice with classical literary origins.
Popularity in the United States
4,182 babies in the United States have been named Tristen since 1880. It ranks #2721 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2065.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.9 %)
- CA (12.9 %)
- FL (7 %)
- GA (6.3 %)
- OH (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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 20 |
| 1970-1980 | 137 |
| 1980-1990 | 505 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,444 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,663 |
| 2010-2019 | 377 |
| 2020-2029 | 36 |
Fun facts
- Tristen is a spelling variation of Tristan, famous for the medieval tale of Tristan and Iseult.
- While predominantly masculine historically, Tristen developed moderate unisex usage in the U.S. in the late 20th century.