Holding steady.
Popularity of Krisi since 1967
Babies named Krisi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 22 |
| 1970s | 70 |
| 1980s | 54 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Krisi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1967, a time when many diminutive forms of classic names were gaining traction. It reached its peak usage in 1978, reflecting the broader popularity of Kristina and its variants during that era. Since then, the name has remained stable but rare, never entering the top 1000 rankings. As a short form, Krisi shares the etymological roots of Christina, ultimately derived from the Greek Christos, meaning 'anointed one'. While it has not been recorded in any U.S. top states, its consistent but low usage suggests a name chosen for personal or familial resonance rather than trend-driven popularity.
Krisi is a diminutive of Kristina or Christina, which are Latinate forms of the Greek name Christína (Χριστίνα), derived from Christós (Χριστός) meaning 'anointed one' or 'follower of Christ'. The name became popular across Europe through early Christian saints and later spread to English-speaking countries in various short forms.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kris, Kiki
Sibling names for Krisi
Names that share Krisi's style, for a brother or sister.
