A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Kristy since 1941
Babies named Kristy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 291 |
| 1950s | 3,230 |
| 1960s | 8,088 |
| 1970s | 27,776 |
| 1980s | 22,386 |
| 1990s | 6,136 |
| 2000s | 1,777 |
| 2010s | 679 |
| 2020s | 161 |
Meaning & origin
Kristy has seen varied popularity over the decades. First recorded in 1941, it peaked in 1978 as a top name and has since declined, though it has been rising again since 2022. In its peak year of 1978, it was far more common, with a rank of 5099 reflecting its current rarity. The name's trajectory shows a revival, indicating renewed interest. Kristy's style fits well with other mid-century diminutives like Chrissy and Stacey. Its top decades were the 1970s and 1980s, reflecting the popularity of similar names like Shanna and Cheryl. The 1970s revival suggests a return to vintage nickname names.
Kristy emerged in the English-speaking world as a diminutive of Christina or Christine, both feminine forms of Christian. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of the trend of nickname-style names. The name is ultimately derived from the Greek 'Christianos', meaning 'follower of Christ'.
Where Kristy 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, Krist
Sibling names for Kristy
Names that share Kristy's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Kristy
Names whose popularity has moved with Kristy's over the last 50 years.
