Kristi
Kristi is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ or anointed one.
Origin and history
Kristi is a diminutive of Christine or Christina, originating from the Latin word 'Christianus' meaning 'follower of Christ'. It surged in popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century alongside similar spellings like Christy and Christy. While its usage for newborns has declined significantly in recent years, it remains a familiar American classic.
Popularity in the United States
76,484 babies in the United States have been named Kristi since 1880. It ranks #453 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2035.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.5 %)
- CA (8.9 %)
- MI (4.5 %)
- OH (4.2 %)
- IL (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 656 |
| 1950-1960 | 5,210 |
| 1960-1970 | 16,907 |
| 1970-1980 | 29,035 |
| 1980-1990 | 17,706 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,708 |
| 2000-2010 | 948 |
| 2010-2019 | 248 |
| 2020-2029 | 66 |
Famous people named Kristi
- Kristi Yamaguchi: Figure Skater, Olympic Gold Medalist
- Kristi Noem: Politician, Governor
Nicknames
Kris
Fun facts
- Kristi emerged as a modern Scandinavian and American spelling variant of Kristine or Christine.
- The name experienced its peak popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s.