"Kristin" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Borrowed in the 20th century from Norwegian Kristin, a variant of Christina. Etymology templates: {{uder|en|no|Kristin}} Norwegian Kristin Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Kristin
  1. A female given name from Ancient Greek, a variation of Christine, of mostly American use. Categories (topical): English female given names, English given names Synonyms: Kristen, Kristan [rare], Kristyn, Krysten, Krystin Related terms: Kirsten, Kirstin
    Sense id: en-Kristin-en-name-LYHjCh6I Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English undefined derivations

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