Keirsten
girl nameKeirsten entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #2106 in 1996, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1968–2025
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rank today
#2106
peak (1996)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5487 |
| 1970s | #6437 |
| 1980s | #6281 |
| 1990s | #2664 |
| 2000s | #3137 |
| 2010s | #7922 |
| 2020s | #8953 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Keirsten has been most popular in OH.
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Keirsten are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Keirsten alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Keirsten in 2025?
- Keirsten is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Keirsten most popular?
- Keirsten peaked in 1996, reaching #2106 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Keirsten with classmates?
- Keirsten will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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