Declining since 1985, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Kristi since 1940
Babies named Kristi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 656 |
| 1950s | 5,210 |
| 1960s | 16,907 |
| 1970s | 29,035 |
| 1980s | 17,706 |
| 1990s | 5,708 |
| 2000s | 948 |
| 2010s | 248 |
| 2020s | 66 |
Meaning & origin
Kristi entered the U.S. popularity charts in 1940 and saw its greatest usage during the 1970s, reaching a peak rank of 106 in 1972. Since 1985, its frequency has steadily declined; as of 2025 it ranks 7,491, with approximately 1 in 114,805 newborns receiving the name. The trajectory reflects a broader shift away from classic 'Krist-' names. While no top states are recorded, the name was historically common across the Midwest and West. As a diminutive of Kristina, it carries enduring Christian associations.
Kristi is a short form of Kristina, the Scandinavian and Eastern European variant of Christina. Christina derives from Christiana, the feminine form of the Latin name Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ.' The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the mid-20th century, often used as a standalone given name.
Where Kristi 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: Krissy
Sibling names for Kristi
Names that share Kristi's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Kristi
Names whose popularity has moved with Kristi's over the last 50 years.
