Cristella

“shining” — Associated with the characteristics of brightness or clarity due t

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15773US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

89All-time births

📅 Since 195500

What does Cristella mean and where does it come from?

Cristella is a modern variant of the name Cristina, which is derived from the Latin word 'christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'. The name is often associated with the characteristics of brightness or clarity due to its meaning. It has seen use in various cultures, particularly in Italy and Span

Cultural significance

Cristella has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of shining.

Peak popularity

Reached #5862 in 1964 — currently #15773 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cristella?

Cristella works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cristella Grace

How popular is Cristella right now?

Falling — down 4877 spots — currently #15773 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2021#15773 · Top 12%

1955

1970

1980

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#15773	5	▼ down 4877
1980	#10896	5	▼ down 3391 · -17% births
1970	#7505	6	▼ down 900 · +20% births
1955	#6605	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cristella

Best Year1955Rank #6605

Peak Count6

Average Rank#10195

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1955 - 20214 years

The story of Cristella

Cristella entered American naming records in 1955 and has been in use for over 69 years. With 89 total births recorded, Cristella remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6605 in 1955, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15773 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Cristella in 1964:

Lisa Mary Susan Karen Patricia

Cristella by decade

Cristella peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	10
1960s ★	23
1970s	23
1980s	23
1990s	5
2000s	5

💎Cristella has only 89 total recorded births since 1955 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cristella?

Common

CriCrieCryElla

What names sound and feel like Cristella?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cristella also consider these

Cristela

Spain · Christian

Cristabella

Italy · A beautiful Christian

Kristella

American · A variant of

Crystella

American · Latin

Christella

American · Bearer of Christ

Aristella

Latin · the best star

Castella

Italy · Castle or fortress

Priscella

American · Latin

Common questions about the name Cristella

What does the name Cristella mean?

Cristella means "shining" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cristella?

Cristella is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Cristella?

Cristella originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Cristella?

Cristella pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Cristella a common or rare name?

Cristella is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.