Christiaan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: chr-eest-ee-ah-ahn
Origin: Greece
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Region Origin: Mediterranean
Meaning: Christiaan carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

The name Christiaan is a variant of Christian and is commonly used in Dutch and Afrikaans contexts. The name has its roots in the Greek word "Christos" and the Latin suffix "-ianus," indicating belonging to or identified by Christ. Over time, the name has been used by various notable individuals across different fields, reflecting its versatility and significance. The importance of the name lies in its association with Christian values and the historical context of its origin.

Christiaan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Christiaan is currently #20528 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Christiaan is currently #8831 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Christiaan is currently #9875 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Christiaan is currently #4284 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
chat-overall Australian: Christiaan is currently #9989 on Kiindred Australian Names

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