At a Glance
- Meaning
- Follower of Christ
- Origin
- Latin, via Scandinavian
- Gender
- Unisex
- Pronunciation
- KRIS-tən
Kristen is a Latin, via Scandinavian unisex name meaning “follower of Christ”.
Meaning & Origin of Kristen
Meaning: Follower of Christ.
Origin: Latin, via Scandinavian.
How to Pronounce Kristen
KRIS-tənIPA /ˈkrɪstən/
Popularity of Kristen
● Peak: #33 in 1982 · ● Latest: #1278 in 2024. Higher on the chart = more popular. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1938–2024.
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