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Krissi
How to Pronounce Krissi
Pronounced KRISS-ee /ˈkrɪs.i/High
Meaning: Krissi is an affectionate, K-spelled pet form of Kristy, Kristen or Christine, all from the Greek Christos, 'anointed'; the names carry the sense 'follower of Christ' or 'Christian'. The '-i' ending gives a casual, mid-century feel.Medium
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Krissi is a fond short form of Kristy, Kristen or Christine, names from the Greek Christos, 'anointed', carrying the sense 'follower of Christ'. The K-spelling and '-i' ending give it the informal, sunny feel of many later-century nickname-names.
It was never common as a full given name, reaching a modest high around 1978 while the fuller Christine and Kristen were far more usual. It reads as a nickname-name of its era rather than a traditional or revived choice.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Krissi mean?
Krissi is a pet form of Kristy or Christine, from Greek Christos, meaning 'follower of Christ' or 'anointed'.
How do you pronounce Krissi?
It's said KRISS-ee /ˈkrɪs.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Krissi a boy or girl name?
Krissi is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Krissi?
Krissi was always rare on its own, well behind Christine and Kristy.