Holding steady.
Popularity of Kjersti since 1969
Babies named Kjersti per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 9 |
| 1970s | 62 |
| 1980s | 90 |
| 1990s | 64 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kjersti is a Norwegian name that remains rare in the United States. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1969 and has never ranked in the top 1000. Its peak year was 1992, when it reached position 12 among all names that year. Since then, its usage has remained stable but very low; in 2025, it is given to fewer than 5 baby girls per year. Because of its low frequency, there is no significant pattern by state. The name is a variant of Kirsten, connecting it to the widespread Christina family. For parents seeking a distinctly Scandinavian name with a strong cultural heritage, Kjersti offers an authentic choice that is still accessible to English speakers.
Kjersti is a Norwegian diminutive and variant of Kirsten, itself derived from the Latin name Christiana, meaning "follower of Christ." The name has been used in Norway since the Middle Ages, often as a short form of longer names like Kristine. It remains primarily a Norwegian name, though it has seen limited use in other Scandinavian countries and among Norwegian diaspora communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kjerstis, Kjersti
Sibling names for Kjersti
Names that share Kjersti's style, for a brother or sister.
