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CristinaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Anointed

Pronunciation: kree-STEE-nah

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Name
Cristina
Meaning
Anointed
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
kree-STEE-nah
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Cristina mean?

Cristina is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Anointed". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: kree-STEE-nah. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Χριστίνα

Χριστός την νίκη

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

kree-STEE-nah

IPA

/kriːˈstiːnə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Cristina is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Anointed. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

BlueWhite

Lucky Stone

Sapphire

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression, and communication.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolic of divine anointment and grace.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Cristina has been popular in European countries, particularly in Spain and Portugal, since the Middle Ages.
Cristina represents the anointed one, a title given to Jesus in Christianity, affirming a deep connection to the divine and a commitment to Christian values and beliefs.

Historical Usage

Historical References

In Christian tradition, Cristina is associated with Saint Christina of Bolsena, a 4th-century martyr.

4th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Cristina Fernandez de KirchnerCristina Mangosing

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Cristina

follower of Christ

🇮🇱Hebrew

כריסטינה

משיח האל

🇬🇷Greek

Χριστίνα

Χριστός την νίκη

🇮🇹Latin

Christina

Christi victor

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