Kristin
Girl name · 153 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Kristin: 153 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 12 births in 2004.
The name Kristin is a Scandinavian and Scottish variant of Christina, ultimately from the Latin *Christianus*, meaning "follower of Christ." It gained popularity across northern Europe and is a common spelling in Scotland alongside Kirstin and Kirsten. Notable bearers include award-winning actress Kristin Scott Thomas, known for *The English Patient*, and singer-actress Kristin Chenoweth, beloved for her role in *Wicked*. While no major places share the exact name, the root "Christian" features in many town and church names worldwide. In Scotland, Kristin sits alongside the Gaelic-inspired Cairistìona, offering parents a familiar yet distinctive choice that blends international appeal with a strong Scottish tradition of naming variations.
Girl 25 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 200412 babies
- Latest (2013)
- #8163 babies
- Total births
- 153since 1980
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 36%vs prior 5y