The history of the Gaytan family name begins after the Norman Conquest of 1066. They lived in various counties of England and later in Scotland. The name, however, refers to the family's residence near an important thoroughfare or main road. It derives from the Old English root gate, which means road or thoroughfare.
Latin Meaning: The name Kristen is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Kristen is: Follower of Christ. American Meaning: The name Kristen is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Kristen is: Follower of Christ. English Meaning: The name Kristen is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Kristen is: Christina, and Christiana. Follower of Christ. Greek Meaning: The name Kristen is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Kristen is: The anointed.
The name Kirsten is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Kirsten is: Christian. Norse Meaning: The name Kirsten is a Norse baby name. In Norse the meaning of the name Kirsten is: Christian. American Meaning: The name Kirsten is an American baby name.