Christi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Christi has Latin origins, meaning 'follower of Christ.' It evolved from the Latin 'Christus' and has historical forms such as Christi and Christina. The name is associated with Christian beliefs. It gained popularity in the medieval period and remains a modern, approachable name with a positive image.
The name Christi is most popular in Oklahoma, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Christi 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, 'Christi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6502nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8999th out of 10718 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5031st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 617th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 329th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 781st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4879th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11139th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Christi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Christi"
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪsti/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Christi is derived from the Latin word 'Christus,' which means 'anointed one' or 'messiah.' It is often associated with Christianity, referring to Jesus Christ.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christus (Latin), Christi (Old French), Christina (Latinized form)
Historical Usage
Christi has gained popularity since the medieval period, especially within Christian communities as a feminine form of Christopher, which means 'bearer of Christ.'
Variants & Derivatives
Christina, Christy, Kristi, Kristina
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Christi is viewed as a modern and approachable name, often appreciated for its religious significance and its friendly sound.
Famous People
Christi Paul - American journalist, Christi Pugh - American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Christi"
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 "Christi"
"Christi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6502nd of 7552 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8999th of 10718 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5031st of 9204 | 54 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 617th of 12526 | 4,377 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 329th of 19264 | 12,011 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 781st of 27321 | 3,938 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4879th of 35406 | 431 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11139th of 30306 | 99 |
Regional Popularity of "Christi" 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 "Christi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
23.35% 520th/2227 |
44.44% 1080th/2430 |
21.45% 612th/2853 |
18.23% 506th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
12.12% 356th/2937 |
18.17% 633rd/3483 |
6.51% 229th/3518 |
9.94% 402nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.23% 856th/3685 |
23.82% 1066th/4475 |
10.86% 564th/5194 |
17.02% 1075th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
49.50% 3620th/7313 |
75.02% 5599th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Christi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Christi" 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.