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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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Etymology

From North Germanic (Danish Kirsten and Norwegian Kirsten). 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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