Krystle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Krystle is a modern English variant of Crystal, which originates from the Greek word for 'ice' or 'frozen.' It has evolved from historical forms like Crystal and Cristal and carries meanings of clarity and brilliance. Krystle has gained popularity since the late 20th century and is often associated with beauty and elegance, although it has no biblical backing.
The name Krystle is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Krystle has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Krystle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8930th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6769th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 333rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6036th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Krystle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Krystle"
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪs.təl/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Krystle is a modern variant of the name Crystal, which derives from the Greek word 'krustallos,' meaning 'frozen' or 'ice.' The name became popular in the late 20th century.
Meaning
clear, brilliant, ice
Language Evolution
Crystal, Cristal, Krystal
Historical Usage
Krystle gained popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, largely due to its association with the decorative gemstone and its use in popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Crystal, Kristal, Krys
Modern Popularity & Image
Krystle is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with beauty and elegance due to its connection to the crystal gemstone.
Famous People
Krystle Carrington (fictional character from the TV series 'Dynasty')
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Krystle"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Krystle"
"Krystle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8930th of 16616 | 44 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6769th of 19264 | 104 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 333rd of 27321 | 12,502 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6036th of 35406 | 322 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Krystle" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Krystle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
9.09% 335th/3685 |
6.37% 285th/4475 |
6.30% 327th/5194 |
6.00% 379th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
73.80% 3811th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
64.56% 4818th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Krystle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Krystle" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.