Holding steady.
Popularity of Chirstine since 1959
Babies named Chirstine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 38 |
| 1970s | 58 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chirstine is a variant spelling of Christine, and like its more common counterpart, it has been used for girls since the mid-20th century. Its first recorded use in U.S. Social Security data was in 1959, and it reached its peak popularity in 1974, after which its usage declined. The name has remained stable in the decades since, never reappearing in the top ranks. This spelling is far less common than Christine, which was a top-100 name in the 1970s. Chirstine's trajectory reflects broader trends in naming, where traditional names are often respelled for distinctiveness. Its rarity today makes it a distinctive choice for parents drawn to classic names with a twist.
Chirstine is a re-spelling of Christine, which derives from the Latin name Christiana, ultimately from the Greek Christianos meaning 'a Christian.' The name became common in the English-speaking world in the 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chrissy, Tina, Chrissie
Sibling names for Chirstine
Names that share Chirstine's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Michelle, Stephanie, Danielle, Nicole, Jacqueline
Brothers: Michael, David, Christopher, Jason, Kevin
