A follower of Christ
Derived from the Latin 'Christianus', it literally means 'a follower of Christ'. While it has historically been used for both genders, it became more common for girls in the mid-20th century before becoming a rare choice today.
Less common today
Christen isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #646 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
World Cup-winning soccer player
American model and actress
