Chrystal
Chrystal is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Ice, clear quartz, or gemstone.
Origin and history
Chrystal is a spelling variant of Crystal, derived from the Greek word 'krystallos' meaning ice or clear glass. It gained notable popularity in the United States during the late 20th century alongside other gem and mineral names. Though less common today, it remains a recognized alternative spelling.
Popularity in the United States
15,760 babies in the United States have been named Chrystal since 1880. It ranks #1235 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2045.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12.7 %)
- TX (11.1 %)
- NY (5.9 %)
- NC (5.6 %)
- OH (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 29 |
| 1900-1910 | 110 |
| 1910-1920 | 238 |
| 1920-1930 | 226 |
| 1930-1940 | 152 |
| 1940-1950 | 241 |
| 1950-1960 | 710 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,476 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,510 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,598 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,665 |
| 2000-2010 | 532 |
| 2010-2019 | 217 |
| 2020-2029 | 56 |
Famous people named Chrystal
- Chrystal Herne: Actress
Nicknames
Chrys, Chris, Chryssi
Fun facts
- The 'ch' spelling reflects the original Greek root krystallos, which also gave rise to the English word crystal.
- The name experienced its highest popularity in the United States during the late 1970s and 1980s.