Holding steady.
Popularity of Tristine since 1971
Babies named Tristine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 47 |
| 1990s | 70 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tristine is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1971. It saw its peak usage in 1996, though it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names nationally. The name's trajectory has been stable since its peak, with very few births per year. Tristine likely originated as a modern invented name, possibly influenced by the enduring appeal of Tristan (a name of Celtic origin) and the popular -ine suffix found in names like Christine. Its obscurity means it has no strong association with any particular state or region, but its melodic sound fits a trend of creative, feminine names from the late 20th century.
Tristine likely emerged as a modern coinage in the late 20th century. It may blend the familiar sound of Tristan (a Celtic name meaning 'sad' or 'riot') with the feminine suffix -ine, or it could be a variant of Christina (from Christian, meaning 'follower of Christ'). The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1971, reflecting a trend of inventing melodic names by combining popular name elements.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tris, Trissy, Tina, Stine
Sibling names for Tristine
Names that share Tristine's style, for a brother or sister.
