Kerstin
Meaning of Kerstin
Kerstin is a female name with German and Swedish origins. In German, it is pronounced as KEHR-stin (/ˈkɛʁstɪn/), while in Swedish it is pronounced as SHEHR-stin (/ˈɧæʂtɪn/). Variations of the name include Karsten and Kirsten.
Although not widely popular, Kerstin has had some presence in Michigan. According to data for newborns in the state, there were 5 occurrences of the name in 2001, ranking at 1186. The popularity varied over the years, with 10 occurrences and a higher rank of 722 in 2000, followed by 7 occurrences and a rank of 886 in 1998. Despite fluctuations, Kerstin remained a somewhat uncommon choice for parents during this time period.
Overall, Kerstin is a beautiful and unique name that combines German and Swedish influences. It carries an air of sophistication and elegance, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as KEHR-stin (/ˈkɛʁstɪn/)
Swedish
- Pronunced as SHEHR-stin (/ˈɧæʂtɪn/)
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Notable People Named Kerstin
| Kerstin Griese is a German politician from the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and has been a member of the German Bundestag since 2000. |
| Kerstin Mogull is a Swedish businesswoman known for her leadership in the digital media and cultural sectors, having served as managing director of Tate and holding senior executive roles at the BBC. |
| Kerstin Lindblad-Toh is a renowned scientist in comparative genomics and the Scientific Director of vertebrate genomics at the Broad Institute, known for her extensive research on mammalian genetics and her leadership in sequencing and analyzing various mammal genomes. |
| Kerstin Szymkowiak is a retired German skeleton racer who won three bronze medals in the women's skeleton event. |
