Kristen
Meaning: Follower of Christ or anointed one
Origin: Scandinavian/Latin
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #299
Total births: 749
History: Kristen peaked in the 1990s in Australia. The Scandinavian form brought Nordic elegance. Kristen represents the Nordic influence on Australian naming.
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| Current rank (1990) | #95 |
| Babies named Kristen in 1990 | 92 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 749 |
| Peak year | 1982 (122 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #66 |
| Years in records | 1975–1990 (8 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Kristen
What does the name Kristen mean?
Kristen means “Follower of Christ or anointed one” from Scandinavian/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Kristen?
Kristen has Scandinavian/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Follower of Christ or anointed one”.
How popular is Kristen in Australia?
Kristen ranked #95 in Australia in 1990 — given to 92 babies that year.
When was Kristen most popular?
Kristen peaked in 1982 with 122 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Kristen a boy or girl name?
Kristen is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Kristens in registered births are female.
How long has Kristen been recorded in Australia?
Kristen appears in birth records in Australia across 8 years — from 1975 through 1990.