Christine

female given name

Christine is a female given name. It is pronounced [kri-steen].[1] It comes from the word Christ. This name means follower of Christ. Christine is an exquisite name that has enjoyed popularity for centuries. Its origins can be traced back to the Greek name Christina, which means "one who follows Christ." Throughout history, this name has taken on different forms and has been linked with numerous noteworthy individuals.[2] In 1968, it was the 14th most frequently-given name for girls in the United States.[3] This is a unique name (not in the top 1000 newborn names in the US in 2021).[4]

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  1. "Definition of Christine | Dictionary.com". www.dictionary.com. Retrieved 2023-03-27.
  2. "Christine name Meaning and Origin". babys.name. Retrieved 2023-03-27.
  3. Campbell, Mike. "Meaning, Origin, and History of the Name Christine." Behind the Name. Accessed on August 1, 2010.
  4. OACT. "Popular Baby Names". www.ssa.gov. Retrieved 2023-03-27.