Kristal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kristal originates from the Greek word 'kristallos,' meaning clear or icy. It evolved from ancient Greek into its modern form and is often linked to qualities of clarity and purity. The name lacks biblical significance and gained prominence in the late 20th century. Variants include Crystal and Krystal. Today, it is perceived as a stylish name associated with elegance, and notable figures share this name.
The name Kristal is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Kristal 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, 'Kristal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2049th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 673rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 605th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1719th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4932nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kristal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kristal"
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪstəl/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Kristal is derived from the Greek word 'kristallos,' meaning 'frozen' or 'icy.' It is often associated with clarity and purity, reminiscent of crystal.
Meaning
clear, pure, or icy
Language Evolution
Kristallos (Greek), Kristal (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Kristal gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern variant of the name Crystal, which became fashionable during the 1970s.
Variants & Derivatives
Crystal, Krystal, Krys
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kristal is viewed as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with glamour and elegance.
Famous People
Kristal Marshall, American professional wrestler, Kristal Nielson, American reality television personality
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kristal"
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 "Kristal"
"Kristal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2049th of 12526 | 542 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 673rd of 19264 | 3,781 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 605th of 27321 | 5,558 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1719th of 35406 | 1,859 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4932nd of 30306 | 325 |
Regional Popularity of "Kristal" 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 "Kristal" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
60.08% 1338th/2227 |
79.47% 1931st/2430 |
84.16% 2401st/2853 |
62.27% 1728th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.60% 605th/2937 |
30.26% 1054th/3483 |
17.42% 613th/3518 |
17.48% 707th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.56% 684th/3685 |
14.97% 670th/4475 |
10.53% 547th/5194 |
9.88% 624th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.86% 2376th/4582 |
30.79% 1590th/5164 |
22.81% 1668th/7313 |
19.01% 1419th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
62.52% 4265th/6822 |
59.86% 3757th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kristal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kristal" 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.