Kristy

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Follower of Christ; Christian

Background: The name Kristy originates from the Latin word 'Christina,' which is a feminine form meaning 'follower of Christ.' This derives from the Greek word 'Christos,' meaning 'anointed one.'

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#469
Total births
70,675
Most popular decade
1970s (83,586 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-2,550 ranks)
Years in Top 100
5
First recorded year
1941

Gender usage

0.3% male 99.7% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1960
First year births
7
First year rank
#3,336
Peak year
1978
Peak year births
20
Peak rank
#2,279
Most recent year
1989
Recent year births
7
Recent rank
#6,227

Female

First year
1941
First year births
6
First year rank
#3,954
Peak year
1978
Peak year births
5,332
Peak rank
#51
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
27
Recent rank
#4,873

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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