Krysta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Krysta has its roots in Greek, originating from the name 'Christos', which means 'anointed one'. It has evolved through various forms, including Christa, before becoming popular in modern English. The name carries connotations of uniqueness and creativity, and while it does not have a direct biblical background, it is associated with Christ. Krysta has seen a rise in usage since the late 20th century and is often viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Krysta is most popular in Colorado, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Krysta 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, 'Krysta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9775th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2387th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 749th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1807th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8567th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Krysta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Krysta"
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪstə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Krysta is derived from the Greek name 'Christos', which means 'anointed one'. It is often associated with the Christian context as a reference to Christ.
Meaning
anointed one
Language Evolution
Christos (Greek), Christa (Latin), Krysta (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Krysta gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, as a variant of the more common name Christa.
Variants & Derivatives
Krista, Christa, Krystle, Kristen
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Krysta is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Krysta Rodriguez - American actress and singer, Krysta Lynn - American model and television personality
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Krysta"
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 "Krysta"
"Krysta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9775th of 12526 | 16 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2387th of 19264 | 531 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 749th of 27321 | 4,128 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1807th of 35406 | 1,743 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8567th of 30306 | 150 |
Regional Popularity of "Krysta" 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 "Krysta" by Generation for Female 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) |
74.91% 2200th/2937 |
64.83% 2258th/3483 |
70.58% 2483rd/3518 |
63.13% 2553rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.48% 681st/3685 |
15.71% 703rd/4475 |
18.54% 963rd/5194 |
11.29% 713th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.28% 1708th/4582 |
32.88% 1698th/5164 |
25.05% 1832nd/7313 |
29.26% 2184th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Krysta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Krysta" 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.