Christiane
Meaning of Christiane
Christiane is a beautiful and timeless name for girls. It has various origins, including Portuguese, Spanish, French, and German. In Portuguese, it is pronounced as krees-CHYAH-nee (/kɾi.ʃˈtja.ni/), in Spanish as krees-TYA-ne (/kɾis.ˈtja.ne/), in French as krees-TYAHN (/kʁis.tjan/), and in German as kris-tee-AH-nuh (/ˈkʁɪs.ti.aː.nə/). The name Christiane is often seen as a variation of Christine or Christina.
In terms of popularity in the United States, Christiane has not been among the most common names in recent years. However, it still maintains a consistent presence with occasional fluctuations in popularity. In 2020, there were 6 occurrences of the name Christiane, ranking at number 13,419. Over the years, Christiane has shown some variability in rank and occurrence but remains a graceful choice for parents looking for a classic and elegant name for their baby girl.
Overall, Christiane carries an air of sophistication and grace that makes it an appealing choice for parents seeking a timeless and international name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Portuguese
- Pronunced as krees-CHYAH-nee (/kɾi.ʃˈtja.ni/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as krees-TYA-ne (/kɾis.ˈtja.ne/)
French
- Pronunced as krees-TYAHN (/kʁis.tjan/)
German
- Pronunced as kris-tee-AH-nuh (/ˈkʁɪs.ti.aː.nə/)
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Similar Names to Christiane
Notable People Named Christiane
| Christiane Amanpour is a prominent British-Iranian journalist and television host, known for her work as the Chief International Anchor for CNN and hosting various programs on CNN International and PBS. |
| Christiane Nüsslein-Volhard - Christiane (Janni) Nüsslein-Volhard is a German developmental biologist and the only woman from Germany to have received a Nobel Prize in the sciences. |
| Christiane Marie Taubira is a prominent French politician who served as Minister of Justice of France and was a member of the National Assembly and the European Parliament. |
| Vera Christiane Felscherinow is a German actress and musician, famous for her role in the autobiographical book "Christiane F." and its film and television adaptations, which document her teenage drug use. |
| Christiane Woopen is a prominent German medical ethicist, known for her extensive work in the field and her leadership roles in various ethics organizations. |
| Christiane Lemieux is a renowned interior and household goods designer, known for founding The Inside and serving as the creative director of DwellStudio. |
| Christiane Seidel is a versatile actress known for her roles in Boardwalk Empire, Godless, and Fosse/Verdon. |
| Christiane Brunner is an Austrian politician and project coordinator in renewable energy, known for her tenure in the Austrian National Council from 2008 to 2017. |
| Christiane Rochefort was a French feminist writer known for her best-selling novels and social realist satires, as well as her strong sexual elements and utopian fantasies. |
| Christiane Torloni - Christiane Maria dos Santos Torloni is a Brazilian actress known for her work in film and television. |
| Christiane Arp is a prominent German journalist and former editor-in-chief of German Vogue, known for popularizing German fashion worldwide. |
| Christiane Lanzke, a German diver and actress, competed in the 1964 Summer Olympics and won a silver medal at the 1962 European Aquatics Championships. |
| Christiane Scrivener is a French politician and a member of Valéry Giscard d'Estaing's Parti républicain. |
| Christiane Köpke is a German rower who won Olympic gold medals in 1976 and 1980, representing East Germany. |
| Christiane Charette is a Canadian radio and television personality known for hosting the national morning program on the Première Chaîne radio network and the television talk show Christiane Charette en direct for SRC Television. |
