"follower of Christ"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Kristina
Pronunciation: [ kr-ihst-EEN-uh ]
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"anointed one"
Origin: Greek via Latin
Language: Greek
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The Story of Kristina
Kristina is the Scandinavian and Eastern European variant of Christina, derived from the Latin Christianus meaning follower of Christ. The name spread through Christian missionaries across Northern and Eastern Europe during the Middle Ages, becoming especially popular in Scandinavia where the K spelling distinguished it from the Latinate Christina.
Kristina peaked in Scandinavian countries during the 1970s-80s, partly influenced by Swedish Queen Kristina (1626-1689), one of the most learned women of the 17th century who abdicated to convert to Catholicism.
In Scandinavia, Kristina carries royal associations due to Queen Kristina of Sweden. In Eastern Europe, it remains a widely used traditional name in countries like Croatia, Slovenia, and Russia.
Historical Record
Kristina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 135,596 babies have been named Kristina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kristina is past its peak , currently ranked #1,737 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Queen Kristina of Sweden was fluent in 8 languages by age 14
- The K spelling is especially common in Scandinavia and Eastern Europe, while the C spelling dominates in Romance languages
Kristina in Other Languages
German
Kristina
Russian
Kristina
Spanish
Cristina
Swedish
Kristina
Japanese
Kurisutina
Popularity Over Time
#1,737
Current Rank
Peaked 1985
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Kristina Wagner
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Queen Kristina of Sweden
Royalty
1626
Brilliant Swedish queen who abdicated her throne in 1654 to convert to Catholicism, one of the most learned women of the...
Brilliant Swedish queen who abdicated her throne in 1654 to convert to Catholicism, one of the most learned women of the 17th century
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,737
- Total SSA Count
- 117
- Cultural Origins
- Scandinavian Eastern European English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Kris
Tina
Kristi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kristina
What does the name Kristina mean?
"follower of Christ" (from Latin). "anointed one" (from Greek via Latin). Kristina is the Scandinavian and Eastern European variant of Christina, derived from the Latin Christianus meaning follower of Christ. The name spread through Christian missionaries across Northern and Eastern Europe during the Middle Ages, becoming especially popular in Scandinavia where the K spelling distinguished it from the Latinate Christina.
What is the origin of the name Kristina?
Kristina has Latin, Greek via Latin, Scandinavian, Eastern European, and English origins. In Latin, it means "follower of Christ". In Greek via Latin, it means "anointed one".
Is Kristina a boy or girl name?
Kristina is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1737. As a boy name, it is ranked #29513. Kristina is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Kristina?
Kristina is pronounced kr-ihst-EEN-uh.
How popular is the name Kristina?
Kristina is currently ranked #1737 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kristina?
Common nicknames for Kristina include Kris, Tina, and Kristi.
What are good middle names for Kristina?
Popular middle name pairings include Kristina Marie, Kristina Anne, Kristina Rose, Kristina Lynn, Kristina Faith, and Kristina Grace.
What are good sibling names for Kristina?
Names that pair well with Kristina as siblings include Erik, Anders, Sofia, Ingrid, Lars, and Britta.
How many syllables does Kristina have?
Kristina has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Kristina a common or rare name?
Kristina is an uncommon name, ranked #1737 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Kristina
Kristina is a girl name with Scandinavian, Eastern European, and English origins . The name means "follower of Christ" in Latin .
Is Kristina a boy or girl name? Kristina is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,737 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #29,513. Kristina is more commonly used as a girl name.
Kristina is currently ranked #1,737 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Kristina has 3 syllables and is pronounced kr-ihst-EEN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Kristina include Kris, Tina, and Kristi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kristina include Kristen, Krisha, Kristel, Kristine, Kristin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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