Kristen

Kristen is a Scandinavian masculine form derived from the Latin Christianus, meaning follower of Christ, itself built on the Greek Christos, the anointed one, a translation of the Hebrew Mashiach. As a masculine name it has long been used in Denmark and Norway, where it served as the local rendering of Christian. In English-speaking countries it became established as a feminine name, likely influenced by the similar-sounding Scandinavian feminine name Kirsten and the popular English feminine form Kristine. Related forms include Christian, Kristian, Kirsten, Krista, and Christina.