Holding steady.
Popularity of Anacristina since 1987
Babies named Anacristina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 67 |
| 2000s | 141 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Anacristina first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1987, a period when compound names combining two established first names were gaining popularity among Hispanic families. Though it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names, its peak year was 2003, and its trajectory has remained stable through 2025. The name's components are deeply rooted in Spanish and Portuguese naming traditions: Ana from the Hebrew Hannah (grace) and Cristina a feminine form of Christian (follower of Christ). Anacristina's rarity and phonetic elegance make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that is both traditional and modern.
Anacristina is a modern compound name combining Ana (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace') and Cristina (the Spanish and Portuguese form of Christina, derived from Latin Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ'). The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1987, reflecting a trend of pairing traditional names to create distinctive double names. It has remained in consistent, modest use, particularly among Hispanic families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ana, Cristina, Ani, Cris
Variants: Ana Cristina, Anna Cristina
Sibling names for Anacristina
Names that share Anacristina's style, for a brother or sister.
