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Kirstie

Girl name · 863 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Kirstie: 863 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 74 births in 1991.

Of Scots and English origin, Kirstie is primarily a diminutive of Kirsten or Christina, making it the Scottish form of Christine. It ultimately derives from the Greek *Christina*, meaning "follower of Christ." A familiar bearer is Kirstie Alley, the Emmy-winning American actress best known for her role as Rebecca Howe on the sitcom *Cheers*. The name also connects to the Scottish folk singer Kirsty MacColl, whose surname spelling is a variant. While not tied to a specific place, the name shares its root with the surname Christie and the town of Christchurch, both derived from the same Greek source. Kirstie remains a warmly familiar Scottish choice, evoking both traditional faith and friendly approachability.