Holding steady.
Popularity of Khristine since 1949
Babies named Khristine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 8 |
| 1950s | 39 |
| 1960s | 174 |
| 1970s | 162 |
| 1980s | 109 |
| 1990s | 89 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Khristine first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1949, and its peak year was 1968, when it saw its highest usage. Since then, its trajectory has been stable but very rare: it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names, nor has it reached a one-in-N threshold in recent years. The spelling Khristine offers a visually distinct twist on the classic Christine, which has been a mainstay of American naming for generations. While it has no strong ties to any particular state, its Scandinavian-influenced spelling may appeal to families with Nordic roots. Overall, Khristine remains a quiet, unconventional choice that echoes a familiar sound.
Khristine is a spelling variant of Christine, itself the French form of the Latin Christina, from the Greek name Khristī́nē, derived from Khristós meaning 'anointed one' or 'Christ.' The name has been in use in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages, with the spelling Khristine reflecting a modern, phonetic adaptation sometimes preferred by Scandinavian or religious families. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1949.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kristy, Chrissy, Chris, Tina
Sibling names for Khristine
Names that share Khristine's style, for a brother or sister.
