Kirstein is a unique and captivating female given name, of Scandinavian origin. It is derived from the Old Norse elements 'kristr' meaning 'Christ', and 'bjorn' meaning 'bear'. Thus, Kirstein translates to 'bear Christ'. This name was popularized during the Viking Age but has since become quite rare, adding to its allure and exclusivity.
There was a notable spike in the number of babies named Kirstein born in 2001 with ten births that year, compared to the previous and subsequent years. The total number of babies named Kirstein over this period is sixty-eight.