Krystina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Krystina has Latin roots, derived from the name Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ'. It has evolved through various languages and forms over time. The name is often associated with a strong sense of identity and individualism, and while it does not have biblical significance, it is linked to Christian traditions through its etymology. Krystina has garnered a modern image of uniqueness and creativity.
The name Krystina is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Krystina 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, 'Krystina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8421st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3939th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 880th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2577th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6981st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Krystina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Krystina"
Pronunciation
/krɪˈstiːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Krystina is derived from 'Christina', which comes from 'Christus', meaning 'Christ'. It signifies a follower of Christ.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christina (Latin), Cristina (Spanish), Kristina (Scandinavian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian communities during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Christina.
Variants & Derivatives
Christina, Kristina, Kristine, Kris
Modern Popularity & Image
Krystina is viewed as a modern and unique variant of the name Christina, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Krystina Alabado, an American actress, Krystina Pacheco, a notable figure in the arts
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Krystina"
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 "Krystina"
"Krystina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8421st of 12526 | 28 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3939th of 19264 | 251 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 880th of 27321 | 3,296 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2577th of 35406 | 1,041 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6981st of 30306 | 201 |
Regional Popularity of "Krystina" 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 "Krystina" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
24.61% 907th/3685 |
14.41% 645th/4475 |
20.25% 1052nd/5194 |
14.66% 926th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.18% 2620th/4582 |
44.40% 2293rd/5164 |
37.73% 2759th/7313 |
39.58% 2954th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
92.70% 6324th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Krystina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Krystina" 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.