Declining since 1985, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Chrissy since 1947
Babies named Chrissy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 65 |
| 1960s | 503 |
| 1970s | 1,613 |
| 1980s | 1,227 |
| 1990s | 358 |
| 2000s | 223 |
| 2010s | 342 |
| 2020s | 122 |
Meaning & origin
Chrissy is a classic diminutive that gained life as an independent name during the mid-20th century. It first appeared on U.S. records in 1947 and climbed to its peak popularity in 1978, with a rank of 7491 in 2025 reflecting a 1-in-114,805 usage rate. Since 1985, its trajectory has been steadily falling, but it remains a recognizable nickname-turned-name. The name has never been strongly associated with any particular region, with no top states on record. Its friendly, familiar sound and connection to the enduring Christina family keep it in steady, if modest, use.
Chrissy originated as a diminutive or pet form of Christina or Christine, both derived from the Greek Christos meaning 'anointed' or 'follower of Christ.' This affectionate nickname gained independent usage in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States and Britain. Its popularity peaked in the 1970s, when it was often used as a standalone given name for girls.
“Chrissy” around the world
Where Chrissy lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Chrissy
Names that share Chrissy's style, for a brother or sister.
