Declining since 1985, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Chrystal since 1894
Babies named Chrystal per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 29 |
| 1900s | 110 |
| 1910s | 238 |
| 1920s | 226 |
| 1930s | 152 |
| 1940s | 241 |
| 1950s | 710 |
| 1960s | 1,476 |
| 1970s | 4,510 |
| 1980s | 5,598 |
| 1990s | 1,665 |
| 2000s | 532 |
| 2010s | 217 |
| 2020s | 56 |
Meaning & origin
Chrystal is a respelled variant of Crystal, a name that saw a surge in popularity from the 1960s through the 1980s. First recorded in the United States in 1894, Chrystal reached its peak rank in 1982, during the broader trend of gemstone and 'K' names. Since 1985, its usage has been in steady decline, and as of 2025, it ranks 10,917th, with an incidence of about 1 in 200,908 births. While it never appeared in any top state lists, the name remains an example of the creative respelling trend that flourished in the late 20th century. Its trajectory reflects a falling pattern, consistent with the decline of similar names like Brandie and Latasha, which also peaked in the 1980s and have since become less common.
Chrystal is a phonetic respelling of Crystal, which derives from the Greek word 'krystallos' meaning 'clear ice' or 'rock crystal'. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend of gem and virtue names. The 'Ch' spelling emerged as a variant in the mid-20th century, likely influenced by names like Christina or by creative respelling.
Where Chrystal is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chrissy, Crys, Chry
Sibling names for Chrystal
Names that share Chrystal's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Chrystal
Names whose popularity has moved with Chrystal's over the last 50 years.
