Tristina, derived from the Latin 'tristes', meaning 'sad' or 'mournful', was initially used as an adjective to describe someone who is melancholic or sorrowful. However, over time, it has evolved into a female given name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It maintains its connection to the past through its unique and somewhat nostalgic sound, yet it stands independently as a modern moniker.
The name Tristina appears to have been quite popular among parents from the late 1980s to the mid-1990s, with a peak of 21 births recorded in 1985 and remaining relatively high until around 1997. However, its popularity seems to have declined significantly since then, with fewer than 12 births recorded each year from 2000 onwards, except for occasional spikes such as the 20 births recorded in 1996. Overall, Tristina has been a popular name choice for parents over the past few decades, with a total of 442 births recorded since 1967.