Crystal Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRIS-tuhl / /ˈkrɪs.təl/English; Greek
Meaning
English: clear, brilliant; Greek: ice
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Crystal is derived from the English word for the clear, transparent mineral. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name is often associated with clarity and purity, reflecting the qualities of the mineral itself. In some contexts, it has been used as a metaphor for beauty and brilliance.
Trend Summary
The name Crystal has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kristal
- Krys
International Variants
- Cristal (Spanish)
- Cristallo (Italian)
Famous people named Crystal
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Crystal was first seen in the United States in 1918. Crystal has ranked as high as #1034 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in California, District of Columbia, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Crystal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Crystal (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 52 |
| 1979 | 48 |
| 1980 | 55 |
| 1981 | 56 |
| 1982 | 72 |
| 1983 | 82 |
| 1984 | 64 |
| 1985 | 64 |
| 1986 | 75 |
| 1987 | 47 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1989 | 74 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |