Meaning & Origin
A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Christine is a girl's and boy's baby name of Greek origin, a Latin form of the Greek Christianos, ultimately meaning "follower of Christ." It spread across Europe in the early Christian era and has remained a beloved name for centuries.
Christine peaked in U.S. popularity in the 1960s and 1970s. The name carries both spiritual heritage and pop culture edge — from Stephen King's haunting novel Christine to singer Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac. It's a name that feels simultaneously classic and cool, with the friendly nickname Chris always within reach.