Trista
Trista is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Noise, tumult, or sorrow.
Origin and history
Trista is a feminine name derived from Tristan, originating from Celtic roots meaning 'noise' or 'tumult', though often associated via folk etymology with the Latin word for 'sad'. It gained modest popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. Modern usage has decreased significantly, making it a rare choice today.
Popularity in the United States
12,459 babies in the United States have been named Trista since 1880. It ranks #1442 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2073.
States where it is most popular
- CA (8.8 %)
- TX (7.5 %)
- PA (6.1 %)
- OH (5.5 %)
- MN (4.9 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 181 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,859 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,967 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,929 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,947 |
| 2010-2019 | 548 |
| 2020-2029 | 28 |
Famous people named Trista
- Trista Sutter: Reality TV Personality, Author
Nicknames
Tris
Fun facts
- Trista is derived from Tristan, a hero from medieval Cornish and Arthurian romance tales.
- The name experienced a notable rise in U.S. popularity during the 1970s and 1980s.