Cristine

Cristine is a feminine given name. It is a spelling variant of Christine and Christina, names that ultimately derive from the Medieval Latin Christianus, meaning "follower of Christ." The form Cristine is used in several languages and cultures as one of several parallel spellings of the same root, alongside Christine, Christina, and Cristin.

The name has produced numerous diminutives and related forms, including Cris, Crissy, Tina, Christy, Christine, and Christina. Variants appear in many Western languages, reflecting different orthographies and phonologies.

Cristine has been used across Europe and the Americas, with popularity varying by country and era. It is commonly found in English-speaking contexts and in regions influenced by Romance and Germanic naming traditions. The spelling Cristine is recognized as a legitimate variant, though in some places Christine or Christina remains more common.

Notable people bearing the name Cristine include individuals in a range of professions, such as the arts, sports, and public life; the name also appears in fiction and media. As with many names of Christian origin, its use can reflect cultural history and personal preference, rather than a single definitive lineage.