Kirsten

Kirsten is a Scandinavian form of Christina, itself derived from the Latin Christianus, meaning follower of Christ, which in turn comes from the Greek Christos, meaning anointed one. The name has been used in Denmark and Norway for centuries and spread to English-speaking countries through Scandinavian immigration and cultural influence. Notable bearers include the American actress Kirsten Dunst, who brought the name wider recognition in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. Related forms include Kirstin, Kirsty, Kirsti, and the broader Christina family including Christine and Kristina.