Name Profile
Kristin
“A follower of Christ” — Swedish
About Kristin
A lovely Swedish variation of a classic, the baby girl name Kristin proudly means 'a follower of Christ'. This crisp, Scandinavian moniker enjoyed massive popularity in the late 20th century and retains a clean, bright, and sporty aesthetic. It's an approachable, well-loved name that feels eternally youthful and optimistic.
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Nicknames for Kristin
Popularity in the U.S.
Kristin is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
Kristin popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Kristin had 1,752 births in 1997.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 6,019 | #58 |
| 1989 | 6,065 | #60 |
| 1990 | 5,303 | #65 |
| 1991 | 4,087 | #86 |
| 1992 | 3,597 | #90 |
| 1993 | 2,990 | #109 |
| 1994 | 2,841 | #114 |
| 1995 | 2,417 | #131 |
| 1996 | 2,193 | #147 |
| 1997 | 1,752 | #174 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Kristin Rose
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kristin mean?
Kristin is commonly linked to the meaning A follower of Christ and is associated with Swedish roots.
Is Kristin a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Kristin is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
What are common nicknames for Kristin?
Popular nicknames include Kris, Krisie, Krisy, Kri, Tin.