Christine Chea

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Christine Chea — follower of Christ
592K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Christine Chea is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Christine is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Christine is feminine given name of Greek origin. It is a name in regular usage in French, English, German, Scandinavian, Dutch, Irish, and Scottish cultures, and it is often associated with the meaning "Follower of Christ." Variants include: Christina, Kristin, Kristina, Kristine, Kristen, Kirsten, Khrystyna (Ukraine), Krystyna (Poland), Kristiina (Estonia & Finland), and Cristina (Italy, Spain, Portugal, Central & South America). In Estonia and Finland, the cognate is Kristiina. The surname Chea: Chea is a surname in various cultures. Origins Chea may be a Cambodian surname (Khmer: ជា; IPA: [ciə]). That surname is derived from the Chinese surname Xiè (traditional Chinese: 謝; simplified Chinese: 谢), specifically Southern Min pronunciations of that surname, e.g. Hokkien Chinese (Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Chia7, Sia7). Other spellings derived from Southern Min pronunciations of that Chinese surname include Chia and Cheah. Chea may also be an alternative spelling of the Korean surname more commonly romanised as Chae (Korean: 채; Hanja: 蔡, 菜, 采; IPA: [t͡ɕʰe̞]). Christine is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 592K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Christine reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Christine

Meaning: follower of Christ

Greek

Christine is feminine given name of Greek origin. It is a name in regular usage in French, English, German, Scandinavian, Dutch, Irish, and Scottish cultures, and it is often associated with the meaning "Follower of Christ." Variants include: Christina, Kristin, Kristina, Kristine, Kristen, Kirsten, Khrystyna (Ukraine), Krystyna (Poland), Kristiina (Estonia & Finland), and Cristina (Italy, Spain, Portugal, Central & South America). In Estonia and Finland, the cognate is Kristiina.

Surname: Chea

Vietnamese

Chea is a surname in various cultures. Origins Chea may be a Cambodian surname (Khmer: ជា; IPA: [ciə]). That surname is derived from the Chinese surname Xiè (traditional Chinese: 謝; simplified Chinese: 谢), specifically Southern Min pronunciations of that surname, e.g. Hokkien Chinese (Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Chia7, Sia7). Other spellings derived from Southern Min pronunciations of that Chinese surname include Chia and Cheah. Chea may also be an alternative spelling of the Korean surname more commonly romanised as Chae (Korean: 채; Hanja: 蔡, 菜, 采; IPA: [t͡ɕʰe̞]).

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Christine is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Christine by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Christine Chea

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Christine Chea:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Christine?
The first name Christine originates from Greek. Christine is feminine given name of Greek origin. It is a name in regular usage in French, English, German, Scandinavian, Dutch, Irish, and Scottish cultures, and it is often associated with the meaning "Follower of Christ." Variants include: Christina, Kristin, Kristina, Kristine, Kristen, Kirsten, Khrystyna (Ukraine), Krystyna (Poland), Kristiina (Estonia & Finland), and Cristina (Italy, Spain, Portugal, Central & South America). In Estonia and Finland, the cognate is Kristiina.
When was Christine most popular?
The name Christine reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Chea?
The surname Chea originates from Vietnamese. Chea is a surname in various cultures. Origins Chea may be a Cambodian surname (Khmer: ជា; IPA: [ciə]). That surname is derived from the Chinese surname Xiè (traditional Chinese: 謝; simplified Chinese: 谢), specifically Southern Min pronunciations of that surname, e.g. Hokkien Chinese (Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Chia7, Sia7). Other spellings derived from Southern Min pronunciations of that Chinese surname include Chia and Cheah. Chea may also be an alternative spelling of the Korean surname more commonly romanised as Chae (Korean: 채; Hanja: 蔡, 菜, 采; IPA: [t͡ɕʰe̞]).
What are the origins of the name Christine Chea?
The name Christine Chea combines two different traditions: the first name Christine has Greek roots, while the surname Chea originates from Vietnamese.
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