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The baby name Kristin is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkrɪstɪn/ (KRIS-tin).

Gender: Female
Syllables: 2.0
Pronunciation: /ˈkrɪstɪn/ (KRIS-tin)

What is the meaning of the name Kristin ?

The baby name Kristin is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkrɪstɪn/ (KRIS-tin).

Kristin is in Origin.

Kristin is a Scandinavian and Germanic form of Christina/Kristina, ultimately from Latin Christianus "a Christian," itself from Greek Christos "anointed." In Old Norse and modern Nordic languages it appears as Kristín (Icelandic) and Kristin (Norwegian, Swedish), with the K reflecting continental spelling. Meaning centers on "follower of Christ" or "belonging to Christ."

Its use is documented in medieval Scandinavia and was vividly reintroduced to global readers through Sigrid Undset’s saga Kristin Lavransdatter. The name spread widely in the English-speaking world in the mid-20th century, peaking in the 1970s-80s in the United States before declining. Close variants include Kristen, Kirsten, Kristine, Kristina, Christine, and Christina; related short forms are Kris, Kristi, Kristy, Tina, and Stina. Masculine counterparts are Kristian, Christian, and the Nordic male Kristen. The name carries a timeless, pan-European, quietly classic character.

Kristin has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Kristin

Kristin Scott Thomas Actor · Born 1960 · France Kristin Scott Thomas is a British actress known for her role in 'The English Patient', which earned her an Academy Award nomination. She has also starred in 'Four Weddings and a Funeral' and 'The Horse Whisperer'. Although she was born in England, she has lived in France for many years and is fluent in French. Kristin Kreuk Actor · Born 1982 · Canada Kristin Kreuk is a Canadian actor best known for her role as Lana Lang in the television series Smallville. She also starred in the TV series Beauty & the Beast and Burden of Truth. Born in 1982, she has become a well-recognized face on screen. Kristin Davis Actor · Born 1965 · United States Kristin Davis is an American actor best known for her role as Charlotte York in the television series Sex and the City. She also appeared in films like The Shaggy Dog and Couples Retreat.
Kristin Chenoweth Actor · Born 1968 · United States Kristin Chenoweth is an American actor and singer best known for her role as Glinda in the Broadway musical Wicked. She has also appeared in TV shows like Pushing Daisies and Glee. Her performance in You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown earned her a Tony Award. Kristin Cavallari Actor · Born 1987 · United States Kristin Cavallari is an American television personality and actress, best known for her role on the reality TV series 'Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County'. She also starred in 'The Hills' and has authored several lifestyle books. Additionally, Kristin has launched her own fashion and lifestyle brand, Uncommon James. Kristin Bauer van Straten Actor · Born 1966 · United States Kristin Bauer van Straten is an American actor best known for her role as Pam in the TV series True Blood. She also appeared in Once Upon a Time as Maleficent. Born in 1966, she has made a significant impact in the fantasy and drama genres.

Celebrity babies named Kristin

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Kristin Gore Al Gore journalist ★★★★★

Kristin – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 2007 #1 — 937
KR Girls 0 #15 1 572
EE 0 #24 14 1,051
ID 0 #39 1 2,238
Iceland Girls 0 #41 23 132
GE 0 #44 1 997
MO 0 #52 1 2,706
EE Girls 0 #64 84 1,888
AL 0 #76 1 2,372
BG 0 #77 6 1,799
JP 0 #77 1 4,057
MD Boys 0 #81 1 756
CN 0 #85 2 3,857
JM 0 #93 1 3,714
KZ 0 #94 1 1,452
ID Girls 0 #97 6 3,319
TW 0 #100 4 4,523
QA 0 #105 2 7,011
PH 0 #107 4 5,607
BN Girls 0 #110 5 5,459
Norway Girls 2025 #111 16 453
OM 0 #114 8 6,215
HU 0 #115 1 1,675
KW 0 #121 1 5,216
CY Girls 0 #124 2 3,755
CR 0 #133 26 5,526
GR 0 #135 1 3,911
Germany Girls 0 #138 2,928 4,949
PA 0 #138 1 3,797
BW Girls 0 #151 1 4,216
MT Girls 0 #152 2 3,773
Sweden Girls 2022 #178 2 1,568
BG Girls 0 #179 45 3,559
MT Boys 0 #179 1 4,064
CZ 0 #183 4 3,154
AE 0 #185 3 10,220
LU Girls 0 #186 5 4,850
RU 0 #189 6 3,641
DK 0 #192 12 5,198
Austria 0 #199 15 850
LT Girls 0 #200 1 1,904
Germany 0 #203 298 2,542
BG Boys 0 #210 10 3,850
PS 0 #223 4 5,692
AL Girls 0 #225 3 4,141
IR 0 #229 3 4,221
GR Girls 0 #232 11 6,293
NA Girls 0 #234 4 7,146
TW Girls 0 #237 40 8,139
MO Girls 0 #239 13 7,056
BD 0 #241 1 5,992
JP Girls 0 #248 4 6,592
PT 0 #250 1 4,161
NA Boys 0 #253 1 6,830
SG 0 #255 15 11,010
EC Girls 0 #258 1 3,650
HR Boys 0 #259 1 3,997
DK Girls 0 #275 42 7,429
JM Girls 0 #275 4 7,507
Canada Girls 2020 #279 5 2,919
IL 0 #279 4 6,291
HR Girls 0 #291 4 3,687
KZ Boys 0 #295 2 6,578
Canada Boys 1991 #301 7 1,696
SA 0 #305 8 10,560
CN Girls 0 #307 43 8,829
QA Girls 0 #307 10 15,378
Austria Girls 0 #323 99 1,885
CZ Girls 0 #323 19 5,378
KZ Girls 0 #325 8 5,862
DK Boys 0 #330 3 7,401
CN Boys 0 #331 1 9,639
JO Girls 0 #334 6 7,570
GT 0 #337 2 5,948
HK 0 #337 12 8,483
MY 0 #349 6 12,352
SD Girls 0 #358 1 7,678
MU Girls 0 #360 3 8,539
PL Girls 0 #360 5 5,096
PH Girls 0 #362 29 13,098
Finland Girls 0 #377 15 1,368
NL 0 #377 15 2,481
YE 0 #398 1 8,639
BD Girls 0 #405 2 8,413
PH Boys 0 #407 2 11,440
CR Girls 0 #409 124 11,342
EG 0 #412 1 6,387
UY Boys 0 #413 1 5,922
OM Girls 0 #417 8 15,987
ZA 0 #421 27 14,421
RU Girls 0 #429 70 11,913
CL 0 #434 1 6,867
MX 0 #444 2 8,339
PA Girls 0 #460 22 9,861
PT Girls 0 #468 4 7,952
SG Girls 0 #485 102 18,916
IQ Girls 0 #495 10 11,303
GT Boys 0 #499 1 7,625
KW Girls 0 #502 14 19,177
PA Boys 0 #505 1 9,305
PS Girls 0 #505 19 10,981
CO 0 #508 3 7,768
CR Boys 0 #510 1 10,188
IR Girls 0 #516 15 8,334
RU Boys 0 #522 5 12,621
AE Girls 0 #525 29 20,968
HK Girls 0 #532 84 16,104
UY Girls 0 #534 3 6,731
GT Girls 0 #541 1 7,500
BH 0 #543 11 17,937
HK Boys 0 #556 2 12,905
CM Girls 0 #557 4 11,671
PS Boys 0 #561 1 10,655
CM Boys 0 #575 1 12,054
IL Girls 0 #588 30 11,648
AR Girls 0 #628 3 8,289
LB 0 #644 15 13,263
BO Girls 0 #649 3 9,488
IN Girls 0 #654 1 13,121
Finland Girls 2026 #667 72 3,895
IT 0 #684 31 4,183
CL Boys 0 #700 1 13,390
SY 0 #705 24 11,684
QA Boys 0 #741 3 18,093
NG Girls 0 #765 22 15,093
KW Boys 0 #804 3 18,755
TN 0 #820 10 13,765
CL Girls 0 #828 24 14,098
NL Girls 0 #866 90 5,933
United States Boys 2019 #884 8 7,235
United States Girls 2024 #886 31 8,487
MY Girls 0 #901 94 24,821
SA Girls 0 #908 28 25,931
EG Girls 0 #917 43 14,742
OM Boys 0 #918 1 17,948
PE Girls 0 #920 24 14,861
EG Boys 0 #925 1 15,035
Spain Girls 0 #928 56 5,561
ZA Girls 0 #980 162 25,928
NG Boys 0 #999 3 16,906
CO Girls 0 #1,036 43 16,140
IN Boys 0 #1,039 1 16,750
MA 0 #1,116 13 20,986
AE Boys 0 #1,139 5 22,615
DZ 0 #1,149 28 20,130
MX Girls 0 #1,159 25 17,781
TR 0 #1,168 44 19,440
MY Boys 0 #1,179 4 25,439
IT Girls 0 #1,242 205 9,415
ZA Boys 0 #1,267 6 25,619
SA Boys 0 #1,687 5 28,008

Kristin is popular in 80 countries — most recent births per country:

Norway
Canada
Scotland, United Kingdom
United States
Sweden

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People also ask about Kristin

Kristin is predominantly a girl's name.
Kristin is a 2 syllable name, pronounced /ˈkrɪstɪn/ (KRIS-tin).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Kristen, Kristine, Kristina, Kristi, Kristy and Krista.
Across languages, Kristin has these equivalents: Christine (French/English), Cristina (Spanish/Italian/Portuguese), Kristina (Slavic/Scandinavian), Kerstin (Swedish), Kristín (Icelandic), and 3 more.
Yes, very popular — Kristin ranked #1 in Ireland in 2007, and appears in official birth registries across 7 countries.
Kristin ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2007).
Kristin's popularity is rising. It moved from #114 in 2015 to #111 in 2025 in Norway.
Yes — 9 notable people named Kristin are in our database, including Kristin Scott Thomas (Actor), Kristin Kreuk (Actor), Kristin Davis (Actor).
Yes — at least 1 celebrity couple has chosen Kristin for their child, including Al Gore.