Kristy

Meaning of Kristy

A follower of Christ.

Kristy has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kristy

After ranking as high as #832 in 2000, Kristy has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Kristy

• Kristy McNichol
  Actress and singer
• Kristy Swanson
  Actress
• Kristy Lee Cook
  Country singer
• Kristy Kowal
  Olympic swimmer
• Kristy Pigeon
  Professional tennis player

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Questions about the name Kristy

What does the name Kristy mean?

Kristy means a follower of christ, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Kristy a boy's or a girl's name?

Kristy is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kristy?

Kristy did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Kristy most popular?

Kristy peaked at #832 in 2000.