Holding steady.
Popularity of Karista since 1980
Babies named Karista per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 56 |
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 28 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Karista is a modern invented name that first appeared on U.S. birth certificates in 1980, reflecting a trend of creative naming. It reached its highest recorded usage in 1991, when just 5 baby girls were given the name, but it has since remained very rare, with a stable trajectory and fewer than 5 births in 2025. The name never entered the top 1000 rankings, and its top states of use are not available due to low numbers. Karista is formed from a common 'Kar-' prefix and an '-ista' suffix, a pattern also seen in names like Marissa and Krista. Parents drawn to this name may appreciate its distinctive sound and modern feel, though its etymology remains speculative, best described as a blend of contemporary name elements.
Karista first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1980, during a period when parents were inventing names by blending familiar elements. The 'Kar-' prefix echoes names such as Kara, Karina, or Karen, while the '-ista' suffix may have been modeled on names like Krista or popular Italianate endings. The name saw a small peak in usage in 1991 but has remained rare overall, never ranking in the top 1000.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kari, Rista, Karrie
Variants: Carista
Sibling names for Karista
Names that share Karista's style, for a brother or sister.
