Christine

I think Christine sounds like an elegant name. One of the most beautiful girl names (in my opinion).

This was my 5th grade teacher's first name and she was an absolutely wonderful teacher! My FAVORITE teacher! She goes by Chris, which I love! I think of Chris as a cute nickname and not too boyish! If I had a child named Christine, I would definitely call her Chris!

I've always liked this name as it's classic without being boring (ie Jane, Mary, Catherine, Elizabeth) and also very elegant + dignified, without being overly dramatic or pompous (looking at you Victoria and Alexandra). To me it has a lot of shimmer and glitz, possibly because it's such a 70s/80s name but that doesn't make it dated just nostalgic I think. Fantastic namesakes as well, notably European businesswoman Christine Lagarde, as well as a host of saints and queens (also called Christina). The only pitfall I can see with it is how the word 'Christ' is in it and this may offend some people like Muslims, but I think it's classic and popular enough for this not to be a major issue. A real hidden gem!

My name is Christine and I hate it. I feel it’s a bit outdated and I don’t want to be the person associated with someone with a name like Christine. Not saying there’s anything wrong with it, it’s just not who I am. I’ve been trying to find nicknames that would suit me better. So far, it’s between Cece, Ria, and Kia, but I think I’m going to go with Kia. My family and friends don’t like that I want to go by something else, but I feel I’ve changed so much that it’s only appropriate for my name to as well. Whenever someone hears my name, they never fail to call me Christina instead. Even my uncle calls me that. Names are a huge part of identity so being miscalled hurts. Additionally, the name is always associated with an evil car and whenever someone brings that up, I can’t help but think every time they say my name, they will think of me as an evil car (thanks Stephen King 🙄) or with Christine from Phantom of the Opera. Iconic songs, but hate the characters if I’m being honest and would rather not always have someone sing “Christine” obnoxiously every time they call my name (it’s happened)

MUCH prefer Christina or Kristina.

I honestly think it’s pretty.

Classic, elegant name, really feminine also, just, Christine is a good quality name, with a lot class!

I like Cristine better with no H cause H’s are Ew!

So 1980!

I am a Christine. The down and dirty: It means Christ like, which I don't like because I'm not a Christian. In school kids called me Christine the pisstine. I also got a lot of "Oh, like the car!" (Thanks, Stephen King.) I frequently get called, Kristen, Christy, Chris, and Chrissy by random strangers. None of which are my name. My name has 9 letters. Not only is it a long name to sign, it doesn't fit into the letter boxes when filing out forms. So I will get registration, test results and ultimately junk mail addressed to Christin. I'm at the very tail end of the boomer generation so I feel my name is a bit out of date.

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The beauty of my name: There are a ton of nicknames that could be used. Tina is another besides the ones I already stated. It pretty much goes with any last name you can think of. It flows. Christine Smith, Christine Cabrara, Christine Wong. All beautiful. It can be spelled with a K. Kristine. Seems a bit more modern and fresh.

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In the end I don't mind it but would prefer a short name. Like Sky. When my mother passes, I might just change it. But wouldn't do it beforehand as I don't want to hurt her. It's the gift she gave me.

My name is Christine, and I love the meaning. For I am a devoted Christian.
Shout out to all the other Christine's.

I am a Christine with a French last name. I've always been proud of my heritage. I was lucky enough to grow up in a French area of Maine...United States. Anyway, I've always loved my name and find this site quite interesting.

Very, very, pretty name. I love this name so much. It's my 6th favorite girl's name.

Christine is a very pretty name and I much prefer it to Christina, but I personally wouldn't use it because of the meaning.

Christine sounds so elegant.

Very nice and lively name.

I am a Christine. Although I have never liked it, it sounds pretty. It has been my experience that Christine is a leader's name, given to someone who wants to stand out. This is not me. My grandmother named me for the daughter of a Polish journalist, whose newspaper column she often read. My mother was ambitious for me, and wanted me to become writer, and I do have some writing talent.

Christine is a beautiful name in my opinion. It’s going on my list! I find this name to be strong yet classy and elegant. I also like the nickname Chrissy, and Chris as a tomboyish nickname.

This is my mum’s name, she either goes by Chris or Kitty. I think it’s a pretty name, especially pronounced in French. My mum personally doesn’t like it as many British Christine’s are somewhat older than her. I personally wouldn’t use it as I feel like it’s slightly dated and not in a vintage way. I would maybe use the name as a middle name, however, I really like Kit or Kitty which could honour my mother.

My name is Christine. I have never liked it because it was common when I was a child. There were 4 other Christines in my class. Also, it has always seemed a leader's name, or the name of someone who wants to be in charge. That is not me. I was named by my grandma after the daughter of a journalist.

Christine is a beautiful name! So cute and elegant! This is going to become another one of my favorite girl names! I think Christine is lovely as a first name or middle name!
And I also love the nicknames Chris, Chrissy, Christa, Christy, and Tine.

Boring name.

The name Christine means a lot to me- it was passed through my family for a very long time.

Christine means a Christian, a follower of Christ or a female christian.

I am a Kristyne and used to hate being called my full name. I felt like I did something wrong. Now, my husband uses it, and it feels nice and intimate. I have known many by this name, and I have found we come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, religions, temperaments, aspirations and ages. One commonality has been intelligence and another compassion. I am very happy to be one of the Clan.

Christine is my middle name. Angelina Christine. Lol I've never thought that much of my middle name. But I think it's cool.

This is my friend's sister's name, and she spells it Kristyne. She goes by Kristy, which I think is a cute nickname. I think this is a nice name, but it's kind of boring. I much prefer the name Christina.

This is my middle name and I like it. Sometimes, when I was younger, I wished it was Christina - but now I'm content with Christine. I like that it's not a filler middle name. Or at least I don't think it is. I like Christiana as well.

I like this name a lot more than the similar name of Christina. It sounds less trendy and preppy.

I love this name, it's so beautiful!

My name is Christine. Many people think it means annoying. :( I have read other comments on my name. Everyone says crazy like Chrissy, which confuses me since Chrissy is my nickname.

Christine is my mothers middle name, so I'll probably use it as one of my daughters names. Right now, I have Rosemary Christine as a combo.

I love this name! It's so classy and pretty.

This is my daughters name and this saying still sticks. She is loving caring and gentle at times. She has her moments but she is still so caring. And a good combination with Christine for a middle name is Elaine. It's a toung twister at first but it's nice. Christine Elaine.

Since my name is Christina, I have been called this name by well-meaning people many times. Although that can be kind of annoying, I do like Christine just a bit better than my name. Something about it just seems more graceful and feminine to me. Plus, I feel like it suits all ages very well, from a little baby to a old woman. I can see it fitting at any stage of life. It's fairly uncommon without being weird or unusual. It's a great, refreshing choice for a girl these days, I love it. :)

This is my name and I never really liked it because everyone spelled it wrong but now I luv luv luv it!

This name brings to mind a very grounded, down-to-earth and funny girl with a good personality. It reminds me of the gorgeous Christine Taylor, the winsome wife of Ben Stiller. I've never known a Christine, only Christinas. Christina seems harsh and stuck-up, like blond preppy girls and Christina Aguilera. Christine is humble and pretty.

Haha! Evil cars...
XD
That's the only reason I sorta like this name, because of Stephen King.

This name is pretty and not too popular nowadays. I'm always called it because my name is Christina. XP

This was my name; I changed it when I turned 18. It's beautiful on other people, and it's not trashy or anything, but I absolutely hated being called Christine. Plus Christina, Christine, Christy, and all the variants are far too common. I was one of four Christines in my graduating class.

I like the spelling Christine, but saying it like 'Cris-Tee-Na'. :)

I think Christine is a name that should be preserved for a long time. I prefer Christine over Christina and other variants.

Nice but a bit old fashioned.

I'd say this name fits demure and graceful people best.

I'm rather fond of this name, if not only because of Christine from Phantom of the Opera.

Christine Noelle sounds very pretty and from what I've heard is very Christian, for those of you of that belief. Personally, I don't care what the name means, if it sounds pretty I shall take.

My name is Christine. When I was young I found the spelling boring but now that I'm an adult I'm glad it has traditional spelling. It is a great name as it adapts easily to age. When I was young I was "Chrissy" (and still am to family) but as I grew I was able to use "Chris". I try & avoid introducing myself as Christine as it does sound very formal and when people use it it feels like I'm in trouble! It is handy to have a name that can be misconstrued as a male name (Chris) as it can generate more attention when writing letters/emails to authorities etc. It's also good that it's not a really common name.

My name is Christine, and my middle is Rose. My parents say it's because I was born on Christmas Day (12/25) and my dad is named, "Christopher." My middle name is a variant for my mother, "Rosie."

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I do like my name but nicknames are tough for me. I know a lot of Christophers," who go by "Chris" and "Chrissy" or "Christy" have never suited me. I still love go by "Chris" but I prefer it to be spelled, "Kris."

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Throughout grade school, intermediate, and high school I've only known 1 other person named, "Christine."

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For some strange reason a lot of people mistake my name for, "Christina." In fact, my cousin-in-law is named "Christina," and people call her, "Christine."

I think Christine is a very pretty name.

This is my middle name and I love it. My sister named my niece after my middle name and she hates being called Chrissy or Christy or any nicknames, but the name Christine is beautiful. Love it. :)

My aunt is named Christine but people call her Chris (which I dislike as a nickname for a girl.) I think it's a very beautiful name and I like it a lot better than Christina.

A very pretty name that isn't too young or old.

I think the name Christine is a beautiful name, That's my name and I have gotten many compliments. It sounds good for a girl that has darker hair or was born in the spring!

I think Christine is a wonderful name. It's the name of my absolute best friend. And I think that "Rachel" is a great middle name for this name. It just has a ring to it.

This is my middle name; Andrea Christine. I believe it means Christ-like. And yeah, I guess I like it. =P

Christine is a beautiful name in my opinion, with a lovely, warm sound, yet quite reasonable and classical. Too bad it means a Christian, as I'm going to raise my child in the Wiccan tradition.

My name is Christina and I'm always called Chrisine. My impression of Christine is harsh and rash.

Christine is a beautiful name, lots of great nicknames and a name you can grow up with.

I hate the name Christine. Christine is the name of a girl who is in a relationship with the guy I would DIE to be with. So yeah, she makes me hate the name Christine.

My best friend's name is Christine and she doesn't really like it so we call her Chrissie or Chrissy.

Christine is a great name and not a fad name at all. It also makes a great middle name.

My name is Christine. I like it because it is sort of unusual but not really weird. People always start out calling me "Christina" which is a little annoying, but you get used to it. It's a good name, but don't put it with the name Ann. Ann is my middle name and I don't like it.

YOU GUYS ARE SO RANDOM! Oh well, I like the name Christine and I think I'm going to call my daughter it, but not because it reminds me of the girl from the Phantom, lol. I didn't like her anyway, she didn't stay with the phantom lol. And just to let you know you should all read the book it's great.

The name is beautiful. I once recall knowing a person, so NOT naive and so NOT shallow. She was a real nice person and smelled really good like lemons. She was also a lot better than everyone else at tennis and things like that. Pretty much the kind of person you would want to be if you were a girl.

Also nice when spelled with a k, as "Kristine".