Holding steady.
Popularity of Kirstie since 1950
Babies named Kirstie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 45 |
| 1960s | 177 |
| 1970s | 674 |
| 1980s | 675 |
| 1990s | 2,450 |
| 2000s | 119 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kirstie is a Scottish diminutive of Christina, firmly established as an independent given name. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1950, and its peak year came in 1991, the same decade (1990s) that saw its strongest usage. Since then its trajectory has been stable, though it has not been ranked in the top 1000 nationally. Parents choosing Kirstie often favor its Scottish heritage and approachable, friendly sound. The name remains a familiar but uncommon choice, neither surging nor fading sharply.
Kirstie is a Scottish diminutive of Christina, which itself is the feminine form of Christian, derived from the Latin Christianus meaning 'follower of Christ.' The name was popularized in Scotland as a pet form and became established as an independent given name in the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kirst, Kiki, Tea
Sibling names for Kirstie
Names that share Kirstie's style, for a brother or sister.
