Kristal Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KRIS-tahl //ˈkrɪstəl//
Origin: English; Greek
Meaning: English: clear, brilliant; Greek: icy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kristal is derived from the Greek word "kristallos," meaning "frozen" or "icy," which evolved into the Latin "crystallus," referring to both ice and clear, transparent substances. This term made its way into Old French as "cristal," before being adopted into Middle English as "crystal." The name Kristal, a variant of Crystal, emerged in the 20th century, reflecting a trend towards using gemstone-related names for girls, emphasizing clarity and purity associated with the mineral.
Historically, the use of the term "crystal" can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where crystals were often associated with various mystical and healing properties. In the context of Christianity, the term gained further significance through its association with purity and divine light, particularly during the Middle Ages when crystal was used in religious artifacts and church decorations.
The name Kristal, while not directly linked to any specific historical figures, resonates with the broader cultural significance of crystals in various traditions, including their symbolic use in literature and art. The name Kristal and its variants have been embraced in various cultures, often symbolizing clarity, beauty, and strength.
The association with gemstones has made it a popular choice for parents seeking names that convey positive attributes. The diminutive form "Kris" has also been used historically, providing a more casual or affectionate alternative.
Overall, Kristal embodies a blend of linguistic roots and cultural significance that has allowed it to endure as a meaningful name.
Famous people named Kristal
In this section, you will find notable people named Kristal. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Kristal who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Kristal who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Kristal Marshall is a professional wrestler best known for her time in WWE and her appearances in various independent promotions.
Kristal Clear is a drag performer and singer best known for her performances in the drag scene and participation in drag competitions.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kristal was first seen in the United States in 1951.
Kristal has ranked as high as #645 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Kristal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kristal is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kristal was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Kristal (2019)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kristal.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2013 | 54 |
| 2012 | 72 |
| 2011 | 70 |
| 2010 | 85 |
| 2009 | 89 |
| 2008 | 96 |
| 2007 | 106 |
| 2006 | 88 |
| 2005 | 118 |
| 2004 | 134 |
| 2003 | 122 |
| 2002 | 133 |
| 2001 | 141 |
| 2000 | 139 |
| 1999 | 155 |
| 1998 | 145 |
| 1997 | 166 |
| 1996 | 175 |
| 1995 | 205 |
| 1994 | 199 |
| 1993 | 232 |
| 1992 | 230 |
| 1991 | 273 |
| 1990 | 307 |
| 1989 | 312 |
| 1988 | 320 |
| 1987 | 356 |
| 1986 | 386 |
| 1985 | 452 |
| 1984 | 490 |
| 1983 | 545 |
| 1982 | 582 |
| 1981 | 494 |
| 1980 | 401 |
| 1979 | 425 |
| 1978 | 365 |
| 1977 | 330 |
| 1976 | 262 |
| 1975 | 236 |
| 1974 | 217 |
| 1973 | 246 |
| 1972 | 250 |
| 1971 | 260 |
| 1970 | 197 |
| 1969 | 150 |
| 1968 | 159 |
| 1967 | 99 |
| 1966 | 93 |
| 1965 | 91 |
| 1964 | 77 |
| 1963 | 88 |
| 1962 | 66 |
| 1961 | 58 |
| 1960 | 72 |
| 1959 | 54 |
| 1958 | 29 |
| 1957 | 22 |
| 1956 | 21 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1951 | 7 |