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First used as a girl's name in the Middle Ages. Became more common as a boy's name during the 18th century, probably due to the main character in John Bunyan's book, "Pilgrim's Progress." A top 50 name in Austria and Denmark. Kristian is preferred in Norway. , Variant of Christiana. Follower of Christ.

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Popularity: Boys: Ranked #33 in 2012; See More Popularity Rankings

Origin: Latin; Greek

Gender: Unisex

Meaning Tags: Religious or Spiritual; Add a Meaning Tag

Variations: Christiana +; Christianne +; Christy +; Add a Variation

Alternative Spellings: Christiaan +; Cristian +; Kristian +; Krystian +; Add an Alternative

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Famous Christians: Hans Christian Andersen (children's author); Christian Kane (actor); Christian Bale (actor); Christian Dior (French fashion designer); Christian Grey; Christian Campbell (Canadian actor); Christian Slater (actor); Christian LeBlanc (actor); Christian Coulson (British actor); Add a Famous Christian

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: Greek Boy Baby Names; Top 50 Boy Names of 2005; Top 50 Boy Names of 2009

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