Kristijan first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Kristijan has been for the last 9 years (from 2008 to 2016) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Kristijan

A masculine name of Slavic origin meaning "Christian" or "follower of Christ".

Popularity of Kristijan by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Kristijan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2016, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kristijan.

Year Male Count Female Count
2016 5 0
2015 6 0
2012 5 0
2011 5 0
2010 6 0
2008 6 0

The history of the first name Kristijan

The name Kristijan is a male given name derived from the Greek name Christos, which means "the anointed one" or "Christ". It is a variant of the name Christian, which was originally used to refer to followers of Christianity. The name gained popularity in various European countries during the Middle Ages as Christianity spread across the continent.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kristijan can be found in the writings of St. Jerome, a Christian scholar from the 4th century AD. He mentioned a man named Kristijan who was a prominent figure in the early Christian church.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kristijan. One of the most famous was Kristijan the Younger (1522-1559), a German painter and engraver known for his religious works and portraits. Another notable figure was Kristijan Huygens (1629-1695), a Dutch scientist, mathematician, and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of optics and the study of Saturn's rings.

In the 19th century, Kristijan Andersen (1805-1875) was a Danish author best known for his fairy tales and stories, including beloved works such as "The Ugly Duckling" and "The Little Mermaid". Kristijan Købke (1810-1848) was a Danish painter and one of the leading figures of the Golden Age of Danish Painting.

More recently, Kristijan Golić (1966-2016) was a Serbian football player who played as a striker for several clubs in Yugoslavia and Greece. He is considered one of the best players in the history of Serbian football.

While the name Kristijan has its origins in Greek and was popularized by Christianity, it has been adopted and adapted by various cultures around the world. The name's meaning and significance have evolved over time, but it remains a testament to the enduring influence of Greek language and Christian tradition on naming practices across different regions and eras.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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