Kine

Kine is a Norwegian feminine given name that originated as a contracted form of Kristine, itself derived from the Latin Christianus, meaning follower of Christ or anointed one, ultimately rooted in the Greek Christos. The name has been used in Norway and other Scandinavian countries as an informal short form, eventually gaining recognition as an independent given name. Related forms include Kristine, Kina, and the broader family of Christina variants found across European languages.