Kirsten: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: k-eerst-ehn
Origin: Greece
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Of Scandinavian and origin, meaning "follower of Christ.."

Kirsten is a feminine name of Scandinavian and Greek origin, meaning “follower of Christ. ” This biblical name is a variation of the Latin Christina, of the same meaning. Kirsten is most commonly used in Denmark, and Norway, with many Scandinavian countries swapping out the classic *Ch-*spelling for the sharper *K*. Kirsten has seen a rise in popularity in recent years. But remains significant due to its rich historical and cultural background. Kirsten Dunst is a notable figure associated with the name Kirsten, but her contribution to the name's popularity is not definitively established.

Kirsten Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kirsten is currently #1831 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Kirsten is currently #1011 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Kirsten is currently #949 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Kirsten is currently #526 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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