Kristy
Meaning: Bearer of Christ, anointed
Origin: Greek/Scandinavian
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #102
Total births: 5,299
History: Kristy peaked in the 1980s in Australia. The name has a bright, friendly character. Kristy represents the 1980s Australian girl — growing up with Countdown, the beach, and a confidence that the future was unlimited.
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| Current rank (1992) | #97 |
| Babies named Kristy in 1992 | 92 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 5,299 |
| Peak year | 1980 (526 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #8 |
| Years in records | 1974–1992 (19 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 62 spots |
Frequently asked about Kristy
What does the name Kristy mean?
Kristy means “Bearer of Christ, anointed” from Greek/Scandinavian roots.
What is the origin of the name Kristy?
Kristy has Greek/Scandinavian origin. The traditional meaning is “Bearer of Christ, anointed”.
How popular is Kristy in Australia?
Kristy ranked #97 in Australia in 1992 — given to 92 babies that year.
When was Kristy most popular?
Kristy peaked in 1980 with 526 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Kristy a boy or girl name?
Kristy is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Kristys in registered births are female.
Is the name Kristy rising or falling in popularity?
Kristy has fallen 62 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #35 in 1987 to #97 in 1992.
How long has Kristy been recorded in Australia?
Kristy appears in birth records in Australia across 19 years — from 1974 through 1992.