Holding steady.
Popularity of Chrishana since 1978
Babies named Chrishana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 62 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chrishana is a modern American feminine name that first appeared in 1978. It reached its peak popularity in 1995, when it was given to approximately 100 baby girls, making it a rare but not unheard-of choice. Since then, its usage has remained stable but infrequent, never breaking into the national top 1000. The name is a blend of the familiar element Chris with the fashionable suffix -ana, a pattern seen in names like Ariana and Briana, which gained popularity in the late 20th century. Though no top states stand out for its use, Chrishana represents the creative naming trends of the 1980s and 1990s, appealing to parents seeking a unique yet recognizable name with a soft, lyrical sound.
Chrishana is a modern American coinage, formed by blending the masculine name Chris (itself a short form of Christopher or Christian) with the fashionable feminine suffix -ana, which appears in names like Ariana and Briana. The name first appeared in the United States in the late 1970s and gained modest popularity through the 1980s and 1990s, reaching its peak usage in 1995. It reflects a broader trend of creating distinctive, melodic names by combining familiar elements.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chris, Chrissy, Ana
Variants: Crisana, Chrishanna, Chrisana
Sibling names for Chrishana
Names that share Chrishana's style, for a brother or sister.
