Christine
French · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Christine
Christine means "follower of Christ" and derives from the Latin name Christiana, which comes from the Greek root Christos (Χριστός), meaning "anointed one." The name became widespread in Christian societies throughout Europe and has been borne by royalty, saints, and notable figures across English, French, German, and Scandinavian cultures since the Middle Ages.
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Etymology
Christine means "follower of Christ" and derives from the Latin name Christiana, which comes from the Greek root Christos (Χριστός), meaning "anointed one." The name became widespread in Christian societies throughout Europe and has been borne by royalty, saints, and notable figures across English, French, German, and Scandinavian cultures since the Middle Ages.
Christine currently ranks #1,274 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1952.
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