Christine
Christine is derived from the Latin name Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ' or 'anointed one.' It gained widespread use across Europe during the Middle Ages and has remained a beloved classic in English-speaking countries.
Current Popularity
#1274 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Offers many nickname options for versatility
- •Strong religious and historical significance
- •Works well across different cultures and time periods
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Famous People
Christine Lagarde
President of the European Central Bank
Christine Baranski
Actress
Christine McVie
Musician and singer-songwriter (Fleetwood Mac)
Christine de Pizan
Medieval writer and philosopher
Statistics
586,465
Total births since 1880
1952
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