Kristina is of Greek origin, meaning "Follower of Christ". It is derived from the Greek word 'Christos', which means 'anointed'. This name gained popularity during the Middle Ages in Europe and has since been widely used across various cultures. It is often associated with names like Christine and Christina, all of which share a common root but vary in spelling and usage.
"Kristina saw a significant rise in popularity between 1970 and 1982, peaking at 21 births in 1979. However, it declined steadily afterwards, with only 6 births recorded in 1993."