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Krysten

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Pronounced KRIS-tin /ˈkrɪs.tɪn/Medium

Meaning: A y-spelling form of Kristen or Christina, from Greek Christos ('anointed'), carrying the sense 'follower of Christ; Christian.' Used as a given name in its own right.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp form: Krysten comes from Kristen or Christina, 'follower of Christ' (said 'KRIS-tin'). Familiar with a modern y.
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Origin LowEnglish, Greek
MeaningA y-spelling form of Kristen or Christina, from Greek Christos ('anointed'), carrying the sense 'follower of Christ; Christian.' Used as a given name in its own right.
U.S. rank (2024)#12808 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1988
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,038

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198819602024

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

Krysten is a form of Kristen or Christina, names that trace to Greek Christos ('anointed') and mean 'follower of Christ.' The y spelling gives a familiar name a modern edge (said 'KRIS-tin').

It rides alongside Kristen and Kristin, seeing its brightest run in the later twentieth century. Familiar, crisp, and modern-spelled.

Did you know? Krysten is a y-spelled cousin of Kristen and Christina — names rooted in the Greek word for 'anointed,' the same root behind Christian.
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Krysten — Form of Kristen/Christina; 'follower of Christ'

Variations

KristenKristinChristina

Nicknames

KrysTina

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Krysten mean?

Krysten is a form of Kristen or Christina, from Greek Christos ('anointed'), giving the sense 'follower of Christ.'

How do you pronounce Krysten?

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

Is Krysten a boy or girl name?

Krysten is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Krysten?

Krysten is an uncommon spelling that rode alongside Kristen in the later twentieth century.

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