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Krisa

KREE-sah · of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Kris or a feminine form of Chris

Peak popularity
1973
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Krisa since 1965

Babies named Krisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.

5914198020002020Most births 1973Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s27
1970s59
1980s54
1990s54
2000s11
2010s5
2020s6

Meaning & origin

Krisa is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1965. Its peak year was 1973, when it saw its highest usage, though it has never entered the top 1000 names. The name has maintained a stable but low trajectory since its peak, with no recent surge in popularity. Unlike many names that rise sharply, Krisa has remained a subtle choice, appearing mostly in scattered records without strong regional ties. Its style aligns with the short, feminine names of the 1970s, such as Kari and Tami.

Krisa is a modern American coinage, likely a variant of Kris, itself a short form of Kristin or Kristina, or a feminine elaboration of Chris. It emerged in the mid-20th century and had its peak popularity in 1973. Its usage has remained stable but low since the 1970s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Kris, Kri, Sa-Sa

Variants: Krisa, Crisa, Kreesa

Sibling names for Krisa

Names that share Krisa's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Kara, Tara, Brianna, Leah, Megan

Brothers: Kyle, Ryan, Jason, Brandon, Derek

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Krisa mean?
The meaning of Krisa is uncertain. It may be a variant of Kris, a short form of Kristin or Christina, or a modern feminine elaboration.
How popular is the name Krisa?
Krisa has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. It was first recorded in 1965, with its peak year in 1973, where it had its highest usage. Its popularity has remained stable but very low since then.
Is Krisa a boy or girl name?
Krisa is almost exclusively used for girls.