An uncommon Norse pick — distinctive and rare.
Kierstin is a girl's baby name of Norse origin, a Scandinavian variant of Kristin, from the Latin Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ.' The Kier- opening gives it a distinctive Nordic character, reminiscent of the Irish Kiersten but with a firmer Scandinavian feel.
Kierstin was used in late 20th century America in communities of Scandinavian heritage and among parents drawn to Nordic naming traditions. It has a clean, bright sound that travels well between cultures.
Kierstin has 57+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1966.
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 20 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 309 | ▼ |
| 2000s | 1,243 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 1,230 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 289 | ▲ |
| 1970s | 142 | ▲ |
| 1960s | 37 | — |
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | #16440 |
| 2021 | 8 | #11665 |
| 2020 | 7 | #12835 |
| 2019 | 13 | #8382 |
| 2018 | 6 | #14794 |
| 2017 | 17 | #6956 |
| 2016 | 22 | #5893 |
| 2015 | 15 | #7818 |
| 2014 | 27 | #5101 |
| 2013 | 35 | #4207 |
| 2012 | 48 | #3401 |
| 2011 | 58 | #2972 |
| 2010 | 68 | #2660 |
| 2009 | 71 | #2605 |
| 2008 | 108 | #1956 |
| 2007 | 104 | #1980 |
| 2006 | 130 | #1634 |
| 2005 | 174 | #1284 |
| 2004 | 133 | #1518 |
| 2003 | 131 | #1490 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1966–2023) · Methodology