Kirsten
KEER-sten
Popularity
#3134
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
Norse
Total Births
53,331
Peak Year
#1,938 in 1991
First Recorded
1937
Style
Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Scandinavian form of Christina, derived from Latin *Christianus* meaning 'follower of Christ'.
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Kirsten Dunst
American actress with a wide range of roles.
Kirsten Gillibrand
American politician, US Senator from New York.
Personality Traits
Want to explore Kirsten further?
Get personalized name suggestions or dive deep into the cultural history of Kirsten.
More Names to Explore
View allFreya
Norse
Meaning
From Norse mythology, Freya is the goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. Means 'lady'.
Kaia
Norse
Meaning
Kaia has multiple origins. In Norse, it can be a short form of Katherine, meaning 'pure'. In Hawaiian, it means 'sea'.
Astrid
Norse
Meaning
Astrid is a name of Norse origin, meaning "divinely beautiful" or "divinely loved," combining the elements *áss* meaning "god" and *fríðr* meaning "beautiful, fair".