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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Follower of Christ, Christian woman
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- kris-TEE-nuh
Christina is a Latin name meaning "follower of Christ" or "Christian woman," pronounced kris-TEE-nuh. It has a classic, timeless feel that has stayed familiar across generations of American girls.
Meaning & Origin of Christina
Meaning: Follower of Christ, Christian woman.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Christina
kris-TEE-nuhIPA /krɪˈstiːnə/
Popularity of Christina
Christina peaked at #12 in 1975, when 12,980 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had settled to #704, with 398 babies, so it's now a familiar name you won't hear on every playground.
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FAQ
What does the name Christina mean?
Follower of Christ, Christian woman. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Christina?
Christina is pronounced kris-TEE-nuh (IPA: /krɪˈstiːnə/).
Is Christina a popular name right now?
Christina peaked at #12 in 1975 and is ranked #704 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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