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Kirsten
KURS-tuhn
Kirsten (name) means a feminine given name, the Scandinavian form of Christine, meaning "follower of Christ.". Example: “Kirsten Dunst has appeared in numerous major films.”
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A feminine given name, the Scandinavian form of Christine, meaning "follower of Christ."
"Kirsten Dunst has appeared in numerous major films."
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Word forms
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- Kirstens
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Etymology
Comes from North Germanic (Danish Kirsten and Norwegian Kirsten). It is a doublet of Christina.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Kirsten” mean?
The word “Kirsten” means a feminine given name, the Scandinavian form of Christine, meaning "follower of Christ.".
How do you pronounce “Kirsten”?
“Kirsten” is pronounced KURS-tuhn (/ˈkɝstən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kirsten” in a sentence?
Here is “Kirsten” used in a sentence: “Kirsten Dunst has appeared in numerous major films.”
What part of speech is “Kirsten”?
“Kirsten” is a name.
Is “Kirsten” a common word?
“Kirsten” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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