Christen
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Christen is a girl name of English origin meaning "A Christian, a follower of Christ".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
5 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
8 letters
Meaning
A Christian, a follower of Christ
Etymology
Variant of Christina, from Latin Christiana, meaning 'a Christian, a follower of Christ'.
Famous People Named Christen
- Christen Købke — Danish artist (1810-1848)
- Christen Andreas Fonnesbech — Danish politician (1817-1880)
- Christen Smith — Norwegian botanist (1785-1816)
Frequently Asked Questions About Christen
What does the name Christen mean?
Christen means "A Christian, a follower of Christ", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Christen?
Christen originates from English, commonly used in Europe.
Is Christen a boy or girl name?
Christen is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Christen associated with?
Christen is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Christen?
Yes — notable people named Christen include Christen Købke (Danish artist, 1810-1848), Christen Andreas Fonnesbech (Danish politician, 1817-1880) and Christen Smith (Norwegian botanist, 1785-1816).
Last updated: June 2026