GirlGreek

Kristina

Follower of Christ · pronounced /krɪˈstiː.nə/

Meaning

Kristina is a greek name meaning “Follower of Christ”.

History

Kristina is a feminine form of the name Christian, derived from the Latin 'Christianus', which means 'follower of Christ'. The name Kristina is widely used in Scandinavian countries and has variations in other cultures, such as Christina and Christine. It gained popularity after Saint Christina, a 3rd-century martyr from Persia. Notably, Kristina, Queen of Sweden, ruled in the 17th century and is known for her unconventional reign and interest in art and education.

Popularity

Ranked #1732 in 2024 · down 1602 places since 1995

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