Christal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Christal has Latin and Greek origins, meaning 'clear' or 'icy'. It evolved from Latin 'crystallus' and Greek 'kristallos', reflecting a linguistic path that emphasizes clarity and purity. While it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary culture. Variants include Crystal and Kristal, and notable bearers of the name contribute to its modern image.
The name Christal is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Christal has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Christal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4595th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6012th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1337th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 676th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 892nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2295th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6388th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Christal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Christal"
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪstəl/
Origin
Latin and Greek
Etymology
The name Christal derives from the Latin word 'crystallus' meaning 'frozen' or 'icy', influenced by the Greek 'kristallos' which means 'ice' or 'clear'. It is often associated with the word 'Christ', as it can be interpreted as 'of Christ'.
Meaning
clear, ice
Language Evolution
Latin: crystallus, Greek: kristallos, Old French: cristal, English: Christal
Historical Usage
The name Christal began to gain popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of the name Crystal and as a feminine form related to Christianity.
Variants & Derivatives
Crystal, Kristal, Cristal, Christelle
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Christal is often perceived as a modern and stylish name, with connotations of clarity and purity. It is popular among parents looking for unique yet familiar names for their daughters.
Famous People
Christal Smith, a notable artist, Christal B. Jones, a prominent activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Christal"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Christal"
"Christal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4595th of 9107 | 66 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6012th of 9204 | 31 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1337th of 12526 | 1,133 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 676th of 19264 | 3,765 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 892nd of 27321 | 3,228 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2295th of 35406 | 1,247 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6388th of 30306 | 227 |
Regional Popularity of "Christal" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Christal" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
48.68% 1084th/2227 |
47.28% 1149th/2430 |
65.30% 1863rd/2853 |
52.61% 1460th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.86% 642nd/2937 |
24.55% 855th/3483 |
15.97% 562nd/3518 |
21.41% 866th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
26.54% 978th/3685 |
22.26% 996th/4475 |
14.40% 748th/5194 |
16.31% 1030th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.18% 2620th/4582 |
36.52% 1886th/5164 |
28.20% 2062nd/7313 |
30.51% 2277th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
71.86% 4902nd/6822 |
75.94% 4766th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Christal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Christal" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.