Christine is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word 'Christus', meaning 'anointed' or 'chosen'. It has been widely used throughout history, with notable figures including Christine de Pizan, a 14th-century French writer and philosopher, and Christine Collins, an American woman whose 1928 kidnapping case inspired the film 'Changeling'. The name Christine was particularly popular in the mid-20th century but has since declined somewhat. Its usage is not limited to any specific region or culture, with individuals named Christine found worldwide.
"Interestingly, while Christine was not among the top names for newborns consistently each year, there were nonetheless five babies named Christine born annually in both 1967 and 1968. Notably, after a gap of sixteen years, another five girls were given this name in 1984. In total, fifteen girls were named Christine over these three years."