Kristan is of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse 'Kristoffer,' which means 'Christ-bearer.' It is a male given name, typically pronounced /ˈkrɪstən/. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century but has since seen a decline. Notable individuals named Kristan include American musician Kristan Porter of the band The Ataris and Australian cricketer Kristan Peacock.
The name Kristan peaked in popularity during the late 1970s and early 1980s, with a high of 26 births in 1979. However, its usage has since declined, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded from the mid-1990s onwards. Overall, Kristan has been given to 645 newborns between 1952 and 2020.