Christy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRIS-tee / /ˈkrɪs.ti/English; Greek
Meaning
English: Follower of Christ; Greek: Anointed one
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Christy is derived from the name Christopher, which means 'bearer of Christ.' It has been used as a diminutive form of Christopher and has gained popularity as a standalone name. Historically, it has been more commonly used for girls, but it can also be used for boys. The name reflects Christian heritage and has been associated with various saints.
Trend Summary
The name Christy has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often more common in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kristy
- Kristie
International Variants
- Cristóbal (Spanish)
- Cristian (Spanish)
- Christophe (French)
Famous people named Christy
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Fictional characters named Christy
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Christy was first seen in the United States in 1886. Christy has ranked as high as #851 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Indiana, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Christy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Christy (1979)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 25 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 27 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 36 |
| 1920 | 21 |
| 1921 | 39 |
| 1922 | 45 |
| 1923 | 22 |
| 1924 | 38 |
| 1925 | 28 |
| 1926 | 43 |
| 1927 | 32 |
| 1928 | 31 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 28 |
| 1932 | 26 |
| 1933 | 21 |
| 1934 | 26 |
| 1935 | 23 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 25 |
| 1942 | 17 |
| 1943 | 20 |
| 1944 | 21 |
| 1945 | 19 |
| 1946 | 26 |
| 1947 | 23 |
| 1948 | 28 |
| 1949 | 37 |
| 1950 | 28 |
| 1951 | 32 |
| 1952 | 39 |
| 1953 | 29 |
| 1954 | 26 |
| 1955 | 34 |
| 1956 | 26 |
| 1957 | 29 |
| 1958 | 31 |
| 1959 | 29 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 28 |
| 1962 | 22 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 26 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |