Tristen

Tristen, a variant of the more common Tristan, is a gender-neutral name. The name originated from Celtic and is derived from the French word 'triste'. The meaning of Tristen is 'melancholy' or 'sad'. Biblically, in the Christian religion, Tristen means a sorrowful person. Individuals who bear this name are believed to be very inclusive of everyone, which makes them considerate. They can be affectionate and compassionate towards everyone, which is why they are the life of any party. Tristen has been consistently among the top 1000 names given to baby boys in the United States since 1971. It gained more popularity likely due to the character of Tristan, one of the Arthurian legend's Knights of the Round Table and protagonist of the medieval tale Tristram and Isolde. One notable person who bears the name is Tristen Gressett, the guitarist and singer who gained fame through the 'American Idol' show.

Gender

Girl

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Origin

French

Numerology

T is for tender, loving nature.

R is for rely, everyone’s trustworthy friend.

I is for inspire, others seek your guidance.

S is for serious, not always joking.

T is for tender, loving nature.

E is for enchant, for enchant you will.

N is for nice, need I say more?

Lucky

Tristen lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Tristen

• Janine Habeck German model, Playboy Playmate of the Month for September 2006

Tristen in Pop Culture

• Valentine a roguish masked juggler in the movie "Mirrormask"