Christi Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRIS-tee / /ˈkrɪs.ti/Latin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: follower of Christ; Greek: anointed one
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Christi is derived from the Latin name Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ.' It has been used as a feminine form of Christian in various cultures. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with Christian values and traditions.
Trend Summary
The name Christi has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Christy
- Kristi
International Variants
- Cristina (Spanish)
- Kristina (Slavic)
- Christina (Latin)
Famous people named Christi
Christi Paul is an American journalist known for her work as an anchor at CNN.
Christi Yamaguchi is a retired American figure skater and Olympic champion.
Christi McGarry is a notable American author recognized for her contributions to children's literature.
Christi B. is a popular social media influencer known for her lifestyle content.
Fictional characters named Christi
Christi is a character in the book series 'The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants' by Ann Brashares, known for her strong friendship with the main characters.
Christi is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' where she participates in various educational adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Christi was first seen in the United States in 1940. Christi has ranked as high as #464 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Christi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Christi (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 24 |
| 1947 | 37 |
| 1948 | 54 |
| 1949 | 61 |
| 1950 | 73 |
| 1951 | 98 |
| 1952 | 141 |
| 1953 | 127 |
| 1954 | 134 |
| 1955 | 201 |
| 1956 | 259 |
| 1957 | 304 |
| 1958 | 373 |
| 1959 | 361 |
| 1960 | 409 |
| 1961 | 359 |
| 1962 | 414 |
| 1963 | 449 |
| 1964 | 499 |
| 1965 | 379 |
| 1966 | 468 |
| 1967 | 590 |
| 1968 | 739 |
| 1969 | 816 |
| 1970 | 878 |
| 1971 | 908 |
| 1972 | 917 |
| 1973 | 909 |
| 1974 | 940 |
| 1975 | 899 |
| 1976 | 775 |
| 1977 | 793 |
| 1978 | 706 |
| 1979 | 692 |
| 1980 | 602 |
| 1981 | 498 |
| 1982 | 454 |
| 1983 | 409 |
| 1984 | 388 |
| 1985 | 357 |
| 1986 | 320 |
| 1987 | 248 |
| 1988 | 230 |
| 1989 | 213 |
| 1990 | 173 |
| 1991 | 142 |
| 1992 | 147 |
| 1993 | 103 |
| 1994 | 109 |
| 1995 | 72 |
| 1996 | 75 |
| 1997 | 48 |
| 1998 | 42 |
| 1999 | 45 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 |