Khrista

“Khrista is a variant of the name Christina, and its roots are in the Greek word 'Christos'” — Associated with Christian faith

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#997US 2023

1.2kBirths / yr

→Stable

228All-time births

📅 Since 197000

What does Khrista mean and where does it come from?

Khrista is a variant of the name Christina, and its roots are in the Greek word 'Christos'. It refers to the concept of being anointed and is often associated with Christian faith. The name has found its way into various cultures, making it unique compared to its variants. The spelling 'Khrista' ref

Cultural significance

Khrista has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #4225 in 1987 — currently #997 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khrista?

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

Khrista Grace

How popular is Khrista right now?

Holding steady — currently #997 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#997 · Top 0.74%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#997	1,203	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1002	1,183	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1007	1,153	▲ up 14568 · +22960% births
2000	#15575	5	▼ down 6516 · -44% births
1995	#9059	9	▼ down 3353 · -44% births
1990	#5706	16	▲ up 2973 · +129% births
1980	#8679	7	▼ down 1680
1970	#6999	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khrista

Best Year2023Rank #997

Peak Count1,203

Average Rank#6128

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 20238 years

The story of Khrista

Khrista is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 228 total births recorded, Khrista remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6999 in 1970 to #997 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Khrista in 1987:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Jennifer Sarah

Khrista by decade

Khrista peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s ★	82
1980s	78
1990s	48
2000s	20

💎Khrista has only 228 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khrista?

Common

KhrKhriKhrieKhryIsta

What names sound and feel like Khrista?

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

Khrissa

American · a derivative form

Germanic · Derived from 'Christus,'

Karista

American · English

Hrista

International · A International name

Khristi

Greece · Χριστίνα - Christian,

Clista

American · Greek

Common questions about the name Khrista

What does the name Khrista mean?

Khrista means "Greek" — a name rooted in American 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 Khrista?

Khrista is currently ranked #997 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 Khrista?

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

Is Khrista a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Khrista?

Khrista naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.