Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 02, 2024

Khristine

US Popularity Rank: 10947

Origin: Scandinavian

Meaning: Follower of Christ; Christian

Khristine is a beautiful given name for girls with multiple origins. No surprise to learn, given its spelling similarity, that it harkens back to the Latin name Christine, meaning "follower of Christ." Since its Latin inception, Christine has evolved in many ways and spread its roots across the globe, from France to Russia and Scandinavian countries. It can be shortened to Chris or Khris for a casual, modern vibe. Respellings and popular variations include Kristine, Khristina, Kirsten, and Kirsten.