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Kerstin is a Scandinavian form of Christina, ultimately derived from the Latin Christianus, meaning follower of Christ or anointed one, itself rooted in the Greek Christos. The name became widely used in Sweden and other Nordic countries as a vernacular adaptation of the Latin and Greek ecclesiastical forms. Notable bearers include Swedish actress Kerstin Hedeby and the name has long remained a classic in Swedish naming tradition. Related forms include Kristin, Kirsten, Kristen, and Christine.