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Christen

Christen: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex name

How popular is Christen?

20U.S. babies in 2025
#405peak rank (1982)
13,706babies since 1880

Since 1880, 11,521 girls and 2,185 boys in the U.S. have been named Christen (84% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #405 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #1253 in 1984. In 2025, 20 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Christen FAQ

How popular is the name Christen?

Since 1880, 11,521 girls and 2,185 boys in the U.S. have been named Christen (84% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #405 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #1253 in 1984. In 2025, 20 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Christen a boy or girl name?

Christen is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (11,521 girls and 2,185 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).