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Cristy

♀ Girl

Pronounced KRIS-tee /ˈkrɪs.ti/High

Meaning: C-/-i spelling of Christy — a pet form of Christine/Christina, from Latin Christiana, 'a Christian, follower of Christ'Medium

In 30 seconds: Cheerful and classic: Cristy spells Christy — 'follower of Christ'. Sunny, warm, and retro.
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Origin MediumGreek, Latin
MeaningC-/-i spelling of Christy — a pet form of Christine/Christina, from Latin Christiana, 'a Christian, follower of Christ'
U.S. rank (2024)#5039 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births26 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1978
Total births (all-time)≈ 8,185

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197819442024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Cristy is a C-/-i spelling of Christy — a pet form of Christine/Christina, from Latin Christiana, 'a Christian, follower of Christ'. A cheerful, sunny, retro name; the spelling personalizes it.

It registers thinly today. Rare now, follower-of-Christ at the root, and sunny.

Did you know? Christine/Christina comes from Latin Christiana, 'a Christian' — Cristy is a sunny C-/-i spelling of Christy; cheerful and retro.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name — Christine — root etymology

Variations

ChristyKristyChristie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cristy mean?

Cristy spells Christy — a pet form of Christine, 'a follower of Christ'.

How do you pronounce Cristy?

It's said KRIS-tee /ˈkrɪs.ti/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Cristy a boy or girl name?

Cristy is a girl's name.

How popular is Cristy?

Cristy is a rare name in the U.S. today.

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