BrilliantBabyNames
Saved🔍

Name Profile

Kristen

“Follower of Christ”Danish

GirlDanish2 syllablesCurrent rank #186 (2002)

About Kristen

Kristen is a refined and gentle girl's name of Danish origin, meaning "follower of Christ." This classic Scandinavian variation of Christine enjoyed immense popularity in the late twentieth century and retains a familiar, approachable warmth. Simple, understated, and elegant, Kristen offers a timeless appeal for modern parents.

Quick Facts

GenderGirl
OriginDanish
PronunciationKRISS-tin
Syllables2

Nicknames for Kristen

KrisKrisieKrisyKriTen

Popularity in the U.S.

Kristen is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..

Current #1865Y -58%Peak 1994
02K4K939495969798990001021993: 5,533 births1994: 5,870 births1995: 5,398 births1996: 4,851 births1997: 4,085 births1998: 3,348 births1999: 2,845 births2000: 2,356 births2001: 1,991 births2002: 1,715 births

Kristen had 1,715 births in 2002.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Kristen Rose
  • Kristen Claire
  • Kristen June

More Names Like Kristen

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kristen mean?

Kristen is commonly linked to the meaning Follower of Christ and is associated with Danish roots.

Is Kristen a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Kristen is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..

How is Kristen pronounced?

A common pronunciation is KRISS-tin.

What are common nicknames for Kristen?

Popular nicknames include Kris, Krisie, Krisy, Kri, Ten.