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Kristina

Girl name · 303 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Kristina: 303 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 25 births in 1992.

Kristina is a Scandinavian, Slavic, and Germanic variant of Christina, ultimately from the Latin *Christianus*, meaning “follower of Christ.” The name was widely adopted across Europe through Christian veneration, and in Scotland it has been a steady alternative to the more common Christina. Perhaps the most famous bearer is Queen Kristina of Sweden (1626–1689), who abdicated her throne, converted to Catholicism, and became a noted patron of the arts. American actress Kristina Wagner is known for her long-running role on *General Hospital*, while Russian model Kristina Pimenova has gained international recognition. No major places are named directly after Kristina, but the root *Christina* appears in towns such as Christina, Montana. A notable variant is the Irish and Scottish form Stìneag, though Kristina remains