Name Profile
Kirsten
“Follower of Christ” — Danish
GirlDanish2 syllablesCurrent rank #200 (1999)
About Kirsten
Hailing from Danish shores, Kirsten is a classic and refined girl's name meaning "follower of Christ." It carries a cool, Scandinavian elegance that feels both gentle and enduringly strong.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginDanish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Kirsten
KirsKirsieKirsyKirKirie
Popularity in the U.S.
Kirsten is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
Kirsten popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Kirsten had 1,533 births in 1999.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 1,538 | #183 |
| 1990 | 1,869 | #157 |
| 1991 | 1,931 | #154 |
| 1992 | 1,832 | #166 |
| 1993 | 1,546 | #189 |
| 1994 | 1,537 | #193 |
| 1995 | 1,681 | #180 |
| 1996 | 1,773 | #176 |
| 1997 | 1,633 | #185 |
| 1999 | 1,533 | #200 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Kirsten Rose
- Kirsten Claire
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kirsten mean?
Kirsten is commonly linked to the meaning Follower of Christ and is associated with Danish roots.
Is Kirsten a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Kirsten is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
What are common nicknames for Kirsten?
Popular nicknames include Kirs, Kirsie, Kirsy, Kir, Kirie.