Everything about the name KEERSTIN

Meaning, origin, history

The name Keerstin is of Germanic origin and is derived from the name Cunigundis, which means "kind, brave". It is composed of the elements "cuno", meaning "kind" or "brave", and "gund", meaning "battle". The name has a long history dating back to the Middle Ages in Germany. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Saint Cunigundis, who was the wife of Saint Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor. She was known for her piety and virtue and was eventually canonized as a saint by Pope Eugene III in 1123. Throughout history, the name Keerstin has been passed down through generations and continues to be used today, although it is still quite rare. It is often spelled in various ways such as Cunigundis, Kunigunde, or even Kunigunda. Despite its rarity, Keerstin remains a unique and elegant name with a rich history behind it.

See also

Germany

Popularity of the name KEERSTIN since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

Statistics on the Name Kerstin in the United States:

The name Kerstin experienced a varied level of popularity during the years 1990 to 2007, with the total number of births registered as 89 over this period.

In 1990, there were 7 babies named Kerstin. This was followed by a decline in the popularity of the name, with only 5 births recorded in 1992. However, the name's popularity picked up again in 1993, with 9 newborns being named Kerstin that year.

The years 1994 and 1996 saw another dip in popularity, with just 5 births each year. But in 1995, there were 6 babies named Kerstin. This trend of fluctuating popularity continued into the new millennium, with 5 births recorded in 2000.

Interestingly, the years 2001 to 2007 saw an increase in the number of newborns named Kerstin compared to the late 90s and early 2000s. There were 6 births each year from 2001 to 2005, followed by another peak in popularity in 2003 and 2002, with 7 births each year.

Overall, while the name Kerstin did not reach exceptional heights of popularity during this period, it maintained a steady presence among American newborns.

Variations of the Name KEERSTIN

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