Meaning, origin, history
Cristy is a name of Spanish origin and means "follower of Christ." It is a variant spelling of the female name Christine, which itself comes from the Latin word "Christus," meaning "anointed" or "marked with the sign of the cross." The name has been popular throughout history, particularly among Christians who wished to honor Jesus Christ.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Cristy since 1880
Total births
8,159
Total since 1880
Peak year
1978
402 births
in 2023
21
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+9%
↗
vs previous 5 years