Christine

follower of Christ (Latin/Greek via English)

Christine is a english / biblical girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 46, with 91,831 records. It has 2 syllables.

English / Biblical American period
May 2021 rank
#46
May 2021 records
91,831
Syllables
2
Origin
English / Biblical
Background
American period
Sound
Neutral
Trend
falling

Origin and meaning

follower of Christ (Latin/Greek via English)

Christine is derived from the Medieval Latin name Christina, representing an adherent of Christ. In the Philippines, the English spelling was widely adopted throughout the 20th century, becoming one of the most common feminine names across multiple generations.

French and English feminine form derived from the Latin 'Christina', which stems from the Greek 'Christos', meaning 'anointed' or 'follower of Christ'. It entered the Philippines primarily during the American colonial period and remains an enduringly popular classic name.

English 60% Biblical 40%

Name character

Strength
3/5
Modernity
3/5
Formal feel
3/5
Sound: Neutral Everyperson Pairs with short or long surnames Travels well

In the Philippines

Extremely common across the Philippines. Frequently shortened to Tin, Tintin, or Chris. Often used as part of compound names such as Christine Joy, Christine Mae, or Mary Christine.

Best known for: Saint Christine

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Christine is the given name. The full name is Christine + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.

Is Christine a common girl name in the Philippines?

In the civil registry as of May 2021, Christine is number 46, with 91,831 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.