Cristian is a male given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'Christianus', which means 'follower of Christ'. It is predominantly used in Romania and other Romance-speaking countries, but can also be found in various parts of the world due to immigration patterns. The name Cristian is often associated with its more traditional form, Christian, which has been widely used throughout history. However, Cristian offers a modern twist on this classic name, making it appealing to parents seeking a unique yet familiar option for their son.
The name Cristian experienced significant popularity between the late 1980s and mid-1990s, with a peak of 83 births in 1991. However, its usage has steadily declined since then, dropping to as low as 5 births in recent years like 2020. Overall, Cristian has been given to 1126 children over the reported period (1972-2020).