Christiane

Christiane is a feminine given name used in several European cultures. It is the feminine form of Christian, deriving from the Latin Christianus, meaning "a Christian" or "follower of Christ," ultimately from the Greek christos. The name became established in medieval Christian Europe and has continued into modern times. In German- and French-speaking areas, Christiane is common; in Portuguese and Brazilian contexts, Cristiane or Cristiana are used. English-speaking communities often use Christine or Christina. Variants and cognates include Christine, Christina, Cristiana, Cristine, and Cristiane.

Given name usage today varies by region and era, with Christiane remaining relatively common in German- and French-speaking communities and less common in contemporary English-speaking contexts.

Notable people named Christiane include journalist Christiane Amanpour (born 1958), a British-Iranian-American news anchor; biologist Christiane Nüsslein-Volhard (born 1942), Nobel laureate in physiology or medicine; French politician Christiane Taubira (born 1952), former Minister of Justice; and German actress Christiane Paul (born 1975).