Holding steady.
Popularity of Crystle since 1952
Babies named Crystle per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 26 |
| 1960s | 94 |
| 1970s | 184 |
| 1980s | 746 |
| 1990s | 131 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Crystle is a respelling of Crystal that appeared in U.S. birth records in 1952 and saw its highest usage in 1985. The name has not been in widespread use for decades, consistent with its stable trajectory. Although it never entered the top 1000, its peak in the 1980s reflects the popularity of the original Crystal and its alternate spellings during that era. Crystle remains a unique choice with a clear gemstone meaning.
Crystle is a respelling of the name Crystal, which derives from the Greek word 'krystallos' meaning 'ice' or 'clear transparent stone.' Crystal emerged as a given name in the English-speaking world in the 19th century, gaining popularity in the late 20th century. This variant spelling, along with others like Krystal and Cristal, followed the trend of unique spellings in the 1970s and 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Crys, Crysty
Sibling names for Crystle
Names that share Crystle's style, for a brother or sister.
