Holding steady.
Popularity of Chrisy since 1959
Babies named Chrisy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 69 |
| 1970s | 90 |
| 1980s | 47 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Chrisy, a variant of Chrissy, is a feminine diminutive of Christine or Christina. Its first recorded use in the United States was in 1959, and it reached its peak popularity in 1978. The trajectory of its usage has been stable, but it has not ranked in the top 1000 names in recent decades. Chrisy is primarily used for girls and reflects the mid-century trend of affectionate, nickname-style feminine names. It shares stylistic similarities with other short forms like Cindy, Debbie, and Lisa.
Chrisy is a pet form of Chris, ultimately derived from Christine or Christina, the feminine forms of Christian. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the late 19th century, often as a familiar or affectionate nickname. Its peak popularity in the United States was in 1978.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chrissy, Chris
Sibling names for Chrisy
Names that share Chrisy's style, for a brother or sister.
