What is the origin of the name Kristy?

Kristy is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Kristy?

Kristy is currently ranked #4946 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

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Kristy

KRIS-tee

Popularity

#4946

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

70,675

Peak Year

#5,352 in 1978

First Recorded

1941

Style

Vintage, Cute & Playful

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A diminutive form of Christine or Kristen, both derived from Christina, a Latin name meaning 'follower of Christ'.

Nickname Watch

Kris Kitty

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Numerology

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Nicknames

Kris Kitty

Spelling Variations

Kristi Kristie

Similar Names

Ashley Brittany Tiffany Lindsey

Personality Traits

KindLoyalOptimisticFriendly

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