Krista

Girl's name

Krista is a modern variant of the name Christina, which is of Greek origin meaning "follower of Christ."

Meaning A Christian
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 30 Falling
Peak year 1986

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Names Starting With K

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Krista Allen - Actress known for "Anger Management" and "Baywatch Hawaii."
  • Krista Neumann - Model and actress, appeared in "The A-Team."
  • Krista Tesreau - Soap opera actress on "Guiding Light."
  • Krista Bridges - Canadian actress in "Land of the Dead."
  • Krista Nell - Italian actress in 1960s and 1970s films.
  • Krista Vendy - Australian model and reality TV contestant.
  • Krista Sutton - Canadian actress in "The Expanse" and "Rookie Blue."
  • Krista Ayne - Model and actress in "30 Rock" and "Entourage."

Sisters for Krista

Girl names closely related to Krista

Kaelynn Mylah Jaylynn Abrielle Martha Adrienne Barbara Rosalyn

Brothers for Krista

Boy names closely related to Krista

Aries Braedon Ernest Niklaus Zavier Brendon Damion Jadon

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Krista

Chrissy Christa Christen Christene Christi Christia Christian Christiana

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