Declining since 1985.
Popularity of Cristin since 1948
Babies named Cristin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 29 |
| 1960s | 362 |
| 1970s | 1,191 |
| 1980s | 1,817 |
| 1990s | 599 |
| 2000s | 201 |
| 2010s | 65 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cristin is an Americanized spelling of Christine, a name that has consistently ranked in the U.S. top 1000 since Social Security records began in 1880. Cristin itself first entered the records in 1948, but its highest usage came in 1981, when it was given to approximately 150 girls. Since then, the spelling has fallen steadily in popularity, reflecting a broader trend toward less common variant forms. Unlike its counterpart Christine, which peaked in the 1960s, Cristin enjoyed a later spike in the late 70s and early 80s. The name remains a recognizable yet rare choice, with no top states showing strong clustering.
Cristin is a spelling variant of Christine, itself derived from the Latin name Christiana, the feminine form of Christianus, meaning 'a Christian' or 'follower of Christ.' The name Christine entered English via French in the medieval period, and American parents adopted simplified spellings like Cristin and Kirsten as alternatives. While never as widespread as Christine, Cristin had its peak popularity in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cris, Tina, Crissy
Sibling names for Cristin
Names that share Cristin's style, for a brother or sister.
