Kristine
Norwegian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Kristine
Kristine is a feminine form of Kristian, derived from the Latin name Christinus, which stems from Christus (meaning "anointed one" or "follower of Christ").
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Etymology
Kristine is a feminine form of Kristian, derived from the Latin name Christinus, which stems from Christus (meaning "anointed one" or "follower of Christ"). The name has Scandinavian and Germanic roots, particularly prevalent in Nordic countries where the -ine suffix is a common feminine diminutive.
The name is used primarily in Christian cultures, especially throughout Scandinavia, Germany, and other Northern European regions, with notable historical usage among both royalty and the general population in these areas since the Middle Ages.
Kristine currently ranks #3,228 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1970.
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