Kristen

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Kristen (also Kristin) [ kris-tuhn ][1] is a female given name, though some males are given the name. Kristen is the Scandinavian form of the name Christine. This name is the feminine version for Christian. The name Kristen has a long history and carries significant meaning. It has been in use for centuries and is derived from the Greek name Christianos, which translates to "follower of Christ." Kristen is a name that has gained popularity in various cultures and is used for both male and female individuals.[2] This is a unique name (not in the top 1000 newborn names in the US in 2021).[3]

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  1. "Definition of Kristin | Dictionary.com". www.dictionary.com. Retrieved 2023-04-07.
  2. "Kristen name Meaning and Origin". babys.name. Retrieved 2023-04-07.
  3. OACT. "Popular Baby Names". www.ssa.gov. Retrieved 2023-04-07.