Crista

What does the baby name Crista mean? Learn about what Crista means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Crista - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Crista: C-R-I-S-T-A, is a 6-letter male given name.
Meaning of Crista: Follower of christ.
Origin of Crista: The name 'Crista' is of Latin origin. It is derived from the Latin word 'cristatus', which means 'crested' or 'tufted'. In Latin, names often had descriptive meanings or were associated with specific attributes or qualities.; Italian Names
Popularity of Crista: The name 'Crista' is not widely popular and has remained relatively uncommon throughout history. It has not ranked within the top 1000 names in the United States or other English-speaking countries in recent years.; Crista currently has 1 like, and is in the top 14% of liked boy's names. The name Dakarai is slightly more popular than Crista.

Etymology of Crista

The name 'Crista' is derived from the Latin word 'cristatus', which means 'crested' or 'tufted'. This word was often used to describe the appearance of certain animals or plants, which had a distinctive crest or tuft on their heads or bodies.

Cultural Significance of Crista

The name 'Crista' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance in any particular culture. It is a name that is primarily used in English-speaking countries and does not have strong associations with any specific cultural traditions or practices.