Krystyna Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkris-TEE-nah / krɪsˈtiːnəSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Slavic: 'Christian'; Greek: 'follower of Christ'
Historical & Cultural Background
Krystyna is a feminine form of the name Krystian, which is derived from the Greek name Christianos. It is commonly used in Slavic countries, particularly Poland. The name has been popularized through various cultural and religious contexts, often associated with Christianity. Variants of the name can be found across different languages and cultures.
Trend Summary
Krystyna has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kristina
- Kristyna
- Krysia
International Variants
- Cristina (Spanish)
- Christina (English)
- Kristina (Scandinavian)
- Kirsten (Danish)
Famous people named Krystyna
Krystyna Janda is a Polish actress and director known for her work in film and theater.
Krystyna Chojnicka is a Polish artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Krystyna Pawłowicz is a Polish politician and lawyer who has served in the Polish parliament.
Krystyna Skarżyńska is a Polish poet and writer celebrated for her literary works.
Fictional characters named Krystyna
Krystyna is a character in the Polish film 'The Last Family', depicting the life of a famous painter.
Krystyna is a supporting character in the novel 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo', involved in the main plot.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Krystyna was first seen in the United States in 1952. Krystyna has ranked as high as #1136 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, California, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Krystyna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Krystyna (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 41 |
| 1984 | 47 |
| 1985 | 48 |
| 1986 | 47 |
| 1987 | 81 |
| 1988 | 85 |
| 1989 | 86 |
| 1990 | 91 |
| 1991 | 71 |
| 1992 | 71 |
| 1993 | 52 |
| 1994 | 50 |
| 1995 | 44 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 34 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2020 | 7 |