Christy name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 37%
Christy name meaning:
The name Christy is a variant of the name Christina or Christine, and it has its origins in Greek. Christy is derived from the word "christos," which means "anointed one" or "follower of Christ." The name is often associated with Christian religious beliefs and symbolizes a person who is devoted to their faith and follows the teachings of Christ.
Those named Christy are often described as kind-hearted, compassionate, and empathetic individuals. They possess strong moral values and strive to live a life that aligns with their religious beliefs. People with this name are often seen as trustworthy and reliable, as they are committed to their faith and dedicated to helping others.
Additionally, Christy can also be seen as a unisex name, meaning it can be given to both boys and girls. In this context, it is often used as a short form of names like Christopher or Christian. Overall, the name Christy carries a deep religious connotation and represents a person who is connected to their faith and values.
Origin: Greek
Form of Christopher. Christ-bearer.
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Related names
Christopher , Chris , Chrissy , Christa, Christina , Christof, Christofer , Christoff, Christoforus, Christophe, Christophoros, Christy , Chrystal, Cris, Cristobal, Cristoforo, Cristy, Khristopher, Kitt , Kristof , Kristofer, Kristoff, Kristoffer, Kristofor, Kristopher , Krystof, Krystopher, Krzysztof , Risto
Other boys names beginning with C
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 3017 out of 4789
6 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
-1108 - 5yrs
-3017 - 1yr
831
- Scotland (1265)
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Christy
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