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The baby name Kristen is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkrɪs.tən/ (KRIS-tən).

Kristen is Scandinavian in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 2.0
Origin: Scandinavian
Pronunciation: /ˈkrɪs.tən/ (KRIS-tən)

What is the meaning of the name Kristen ?

The baby name Kristen is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkrɪs.tən/ (KRIS-tən).

Kristen is Scandinavian in Origin.

Kristen is a Scandinavian- and English-used name ultimately from Latin Christianus meaning ‘a Christian; follower of Christ,’ itself from Greek Christos, ‘anointed.’ In the North Germanic sphere, Christianization produced parallel forms: Kristen as a masculine given name in Danish and Norwegian, and the feminine Kristin and Kirsten; English later adopted Kristen mainly as a feminine spelling influenced by those Scandinavian variants.

Usage surged in the United States and other Anglophone countries from the 1960s through the 1990s, aided by the appeal of crisp, modern K- spellings. Common variants and cognates include Kristin, Kirsten, Kiersten, Christen, Kristyn; Kristina and Kristine; and the broader Christine/Christina/Cristina family, plus German/Scandinavian Kerstin. Diminutives include Kris, Kristy, and Krissy. While often read as feminine in English today, in parts of Scandinavia Kristen remains traditional for men, all forms carrying the core meaning of Christian believer.

Kristen has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Kristen

Kristen Stewart Actor · Born 1990 · United States Kristen Stewart is an American actor best known for her role as Bella Swan in the Twilight film series. She has also starred in films like Snow White and the Huntsman and Personal Shopper, showcasing her versatility and depth as an actor. Kristen Schaal Actor · Born 1978 · United States Kristen Schaal is an American actor best known for her role as Mel in the television series Flight of the Conchords. She also gained popularity for her voice work as Louise Belcher on the animated show Bob's Burgers. Additionally, she appeared in the film Toy Story 3 as the voice of Trixie. Kristen Johnston Actor · Born 1967 · United States Kristen Johnston is an American actor best known for her role as Sally Solomon on the television series '3rd Rock from the Sun'. She has also appeared in films like 'Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me' and 'The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas'. Her comedic talent and distinctive voice have made her a memorable figure in television and film.
Kristen Connolly Actor · Born 1980 · United States Kristen Connolly is an American actor best known for her role as Dana in the horror film 'The Cabin in the Woods'. She also gained attention for her performance as Christina Gallagher in the Netflix series 'House of Cards'. Kristen Pfaff Musician · Born 1967 · United States Kristen Pfaff was an American musician best known as the bassist for the alternative rock band Hole. She played on their critically acclaimed album 'Live Through This'. Her work contributed significantly to the band's distinctive sound in the early 1990s. Kristen Hager Actor · Born 1984 · Canada Kristen Hager is a Canadian actor best known for her role as Nora Sergeant in the television series 'Being Human'. She has also appeared in films like 'Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem' and 'Wanted'. Born in 1984, Kristen has built a diverse career in both film and television.

Kristen – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 2017 #1 — 949
Ireland Boys 1993 #1 — 357
FJ Girls 0 #9 1 583
KR Boys 0 #27 1 897
NA 0 #33 1 2,537
EE 0 #35 3 1,051
HN Girls 0 #38 1 884
MT 0 #43 1 1,767
CY 0 #60 1 1,632
JP 0 #77 1 4,057
MD Girls 0 #91 2 865
JM 0 #92 2 3,714
EE Boys 0 #101 25 2,087
TW 0 #101 3 4,523
PH 0 #108 3 5,607
BN Girls 0 #114 1 5,459
HU 0 #115 1 1,675
KW 0 #121 1 5,216
OM 0 #121 1 6,215
CY Girls 0 #124 2 3,755
CR 0 #130 29 5,526
IQ 0 #133 1 3,533
MU 0 #136 2 3,613
EE Girls 0 #138 5 1,888
PA 0 #138 1 3,797
Norway Boys 2012 #148 4 485
BW Girls 0 #150 2 4,216
MT Girls 0 #150 4 3,773
MT Boys 0 #177 3 4,064
SI Girls 0 #177 1 2,769
AE 0 #187 1 10,220
RU 0 #193 2 3,641
LT Girls 0 #200 1 1,904
DK 0 #205 2 5,198
LU Boys 0 #220 1 4,970
HU Girls 0 #225 1 3,308
BG Girls 0 #230 2 3,559
IR 0 #231 1 4,221
NA Girls 0 #233 5 7,146
JM Girls 0 #243 17 7,507
JP Girls 0 #247 5 6,592
GR Girls 0 #248 2 6,293
AO Boys 0 #249 1 5,568
PT 0 #250 1 4,161
EC Girls 0 #258 1 3,650
MO Girls 0 #258 6 7,056
NG 0 #270 3 5,926
Canada Girls 2024 #275 11 2,795
SG 0 #277 6 11,010
TW Girls 0 #283 7 8,139
HR Girls 0 #293 2 3,687
KZ Boys 0 #295 2 6,578
Canada Boys 1996 #298 5 1,867
AL Boys 0 #302 2 5,122
QA Girls 0 #304 13 15,378
CZ Boys 0 #305 1 6,530
DK Boys 0 #305 21 7,401
CN Girls 0 #309 41 8,829
SA 0 #309 4 10,560
JO Girls 0 #315 11 7,570
KZ Girls 0 #325 8 5,862
DK Girls 0 #327 3 7,429
CN Boys 0 #330 2 9,639
GH Girls 0 #333 5 6,973
GT 0 #335 4 5,948
HK 0 #335 14 8,483
CZ Girls 0 #344 8 5,378
MY 0 #351 4 12,352
SD Girls 0 #357 2 7,678
BR 0 #360 1 5,969
GH Boys 0 #360 2 8,138
MU Girls 0 #361 2 8,539
PL Girls 0 #364 1 5,096
MU Boys 0 #367 3 8,477
PH Girls 0 #368 23 13,098
OM Girls 0 #377 20 15,987
PT Boys 0 #379 3 7,951
JO Boys 0 #388 2 7,057
France Boys 2019 #390 5 2,886
YE 0 #398 1 8,639
France Girls 2021 #403 3 3,185
BD Girls 0 #404 3 8,413
BO 0 #407 2 6,868
EG 0 #407 6 6,387
ZA 0 #411 37 14,421
RU Girls 0 #418 81 11,913
CR Girls 0 #420 113 11,342
CL 0 #433 2 6,867
MX 0 #445 1 8,339
PA Girls 0 #464 18 9,861
IQ Girls 0 #466 39 11,303
PT Girls 0 #470 2 7,952
KW Girls 0 #485 31 19,177
GT Boys 0 #498 2 7,625
PA Boys 0 #505 1 9,305
CO 0 #509 2 7,768
CR Boys 0 #509 2 10,188
PS Girls 0 #509 15 10,981
SG Girls 0 #518 69 18,916
RU Boys 0 #521 6 12,621
AE Girls 0 #524 30 20,968
GT Girls 0 #534 8 7,500
UY Girls 0 #536 1 6,731
IR Girls 0 #538 8 8,334
HK Girls 0 #548 68 16,104
HK Boys 0 #552 6 12,905
LY 0 #555 5 12,703
CM Girls 0 #558 3 11,671
PS Boys 0 #561 1 10,655
IR Boys 0 #565 1 10,162
CM Boys 0 #575 1 12,054
BH 0 #582 6 17,937
BO Girls 0 #599 13 9,488
IL Girls 0 #601 17 11,648
BD Boys 0 #605 1 10,045
IN Girls 0 #621 11 13,121
BO Boys 0 #622 1 9,244
IL Boys 0 #625 1 10,983
AR Girls 0 #628 3 8,289
LB 0 #645 14 13,263
Finland Boys 2026 #669 14 3,552
SY 0 #673 56 11,684
IT 0 #691 24 4,183
IQ Boys 0 #694 4 13,071
CL Boys 0 #697 4 13,390
Finland Girls 2026 #708 31 3,895
SG Boys 0 #731 9 17,960
United States Girls 2024 #736 181 8,487
NG Girls 0 #736 51 15,093
QA Boys 0 #741 3 18,093
EG Girls 0 #777 184 14,742
BR Boys 0 #783 3 12,213
ZA Girls 0 #798 360 25,928
KW Boys 0 #799 8 18,755
Germany Girls 0 #807 32 4,949
TN 0 #811 19 13,765
CL Girls 0 #836 16 14,098
United States Boys 2024 #885 8 7,044
NL Girls 0 #893 63 5,933
SA Girls 0 #901 35 25,931
OM Boys 0 #913 6 17,948
PE Girls 0 #918 26 14,861
EG Boys 0 #923 3 15,035
PE Boys 0 #925 2 14,506
BR Girls 0 #932 10 12,708
MY Girls 0 #934 61 24,821
NG Boys 0 #938 14 16,906
Spain Girls 0 #963 21 5,561
CO Boys 0 #978 4 15,656
MX Boys 0 #1,027 7 16,355
IN Boys 0 #1,031 9 16,750
CO Girls 0 #1,052 27 16,140
MX Girls 0 #1,099 85 17,781
MA 0 #1,102 27 20,986
AE Boys 0 #1,138 6 22,615
DZ 0 #1,152 25 20,130
ZA Boys 0 #1,166 13 25,619
MY Boys 0 #1,174 9 25,439
TR 0 #1,195 17 19,440
IT Girls 0 #1,299 148 9,415
IT Boys 0 #1,459 13 10,046
SA Boys 0 #1,605 10 28,008

Kristen is popular in 83 countries — most recent births per country:

Norway
France
Canada
Scotland, United Kingdom
United States

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People also ask about Kristen

Kristen is predominantly a girl's name.
Kristen is a 2 syllable name, pronounced /ˈkrɪs.tən/ (KRIS-tən).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Kristin, Kristine, Krista, Kristi, Kristy and Kristie.
Across languages, Kristen has these equivalents: Christian (m), Kristian (m), Cristian (m).
Yes, very popular — Kristen ranked #1 in Ireland in 2017, and appears in official birth registries across 7 countries.
Kristen ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2017).
Kristen's popularity is declining. It moved from #397 in 2011 to #403 in 2021 in France.
Yes — 7 notable people named Kristen are in our database, including Kristen Stewart (Actor), Kristen Schaal (Actor), Kristen Johnston (Actor).