Kristine
Meaning of Kristine
Kristine is a feminine name with origins in various European countries, including Germany. It is pronounced as kris-TEEN in both American and British English. The name Kristine is also commonly spelled Christine or Kristina. In the United States, the popularity of the name Kristine has fluctuated over the years, with its peak occurring in the 1980s and 1990s. Currently, it ranks around #3747 in terms of occurrence for newborn girls in America. Despite its variations in spelling and pronunciation, Kristine remains a timeless and elegant choice for parents seeking a classic name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as KREE-stee-nuh (/ˈkri:s.ti:.nə/)
British English
- Pronunced as kris-TEEN (/krɪˈsti:n/)
American English
- Pronunced as kris-TEEN (/krɪˈstin/)
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Notable People Named Kristine
| Kristine Marie Lilly Heavey is a retired American soccer player who holds the record for the most international appearances in the sport, having played for the United States women's national team for 23 years. |
| Kristine Froseth is a talented American and Norwegian actress recognized for her roles in The Society, Looking for Alaska, and The First Lady. |
| Kristine Sutherland is an American actress known for her role as Joyce Summers on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and as Mae Thompson in Honey, I Shrunk the Kids. |
| Kristine Thatcher is a multi-talented individual known for her work as a playwright, director, and actress. |
| Kristine Carlson is an American author and Pepperdine University graduate known for co-authoring the "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff" series with her late husband, Richard Carlson, and for her involvement with Challenge Day. |
| Kristine Lee Norelius is an American former competitive rower and Olympic gold medalist. |
