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Chrisma

Female

« The name Chrisma is of Greek origin, meaning "golden," derived from the Greek word "chrysos. »

#24732 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Chrisma is of Greek origin and it means "golden". The name is derived from the Greek word "chrysos" which means gold. The name has a rich history dating back to ancient Greece where it was used as a symbol of wealth, luxury, and power. In mythology, Chrysaor was one of the sons of Gaea, the goddess of earth, and Tartarus, the god of the underworld. Chrysaor was a giant with golden wings who could breathe fire. He was also said to be the brother of Pegasus, the winged horse. The name Chrisma has also been associated with several notable figures throughout history. For example, Saint Christina of Tyre was a martyr from the Roman Empire whose feast day is celebrated on July 24th. She is often depicted with gold coins or a golden key, which may have contributed to her association with the name Chrisma. Today, Chrisma is still a popular name in Greece and among Greek communities around the world. It is also sometimes used as a female version of the name Christopher or Christina. Despite its historical associations with wealth and power, the name Chrisma has a simple and elegant sound that makes it appealing to many people.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Chrisma since 1880

Total births
119
Total since 1880
Peak year
1990
9 births
in 2012
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years