A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Khristina since 1962
Babies named Khristina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1979, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Khristina's real moment was 1973.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 104 |
| 1970s | 342 |
| 1980s | 366 |
| 1990s | 262 |
| 2000s | 127 |
| 2010s | 60 |
| 2020s | 14 |
Meaning & origin
Khristina is a spelling variant of Christina that first appeared in U.S. records in 1962. It experienced its peak popularity in 1973, and after a period of decline, the name has been rising again since 2022. In 2025, it ranked 14,942 with a frequency of 1 in 321,453 births. The Kh- spelling adds a distinctive touch, often chosen by parents seeking a less common version of a classic name. Despite its modest overall usage, Khristina reflects a broader trend of creative respellings that have gained traction in recent decades, particularly among families who appreciate the name's religious heritage and cross-cultural appeal.
Khristina is a variant spelling of Christina, itself a feminine form of Christian, from the Greek word christianos meaning 'follower of Christ.' The name became widespread across Europe through early Christian saints and was particularly popular in English-speaking countries from the 17th century onward. The Kh- spelling likely reflects a transliteration of the Greek chi (Χ) or a modern creative adaptation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chrissy, Chris, Tina, Kristy
Sibling names for Khristina
Names that share Khristina's style, for a brother or sister.
