Krystal
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: Clear; Ice; Precious Stone
Background: The name Krystal originates from the Greek word 'krustallos,' meaning 'frozen' or 'ice,' which is associated with the concept of something clear or transparent. This term evolved into the modern English spelling 'krystal,' often linked to the image of clear gemstones or crystals, emphasizing their clarity and beauty.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#455
Total births
75,286
Most popular decade
1980s
(112,917 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-1,161 ranks)
Years in Top 100
8
First recorded year
1946
Gender usage
0.3% male
99.7% female
Stats by gender
Male
- First year
- 1978
- First year births
- 6
- First year rank
- #5,059
- Peak year
- 1986
- Peak year births
- 28
- Peak rank
- #2,057
- Most recent year
- 1992
- Recent year births
- 11
- Recent rank
- #4,873
Female
- First year
- 1946
- First year births
- 16
- First year rank
- #2,392
- Peak year
- 1985
- Peak year births
- 5,933
- Peak rank
- #53
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 87
- Recent rank
- #2,166
Births over time
Number of babies given this name each year.
Rank over time
Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).