Krystal is the less popular version of Crystal. It has a more fun-spirited feel, however. If you think that your daughter shines as bright as gemstones, this is the perfect baby name choice for her.
Meaning of the name Krystal:
English: earth mineral, brilliant glass, clear and colorless glass
Origin of the name Krystal:
Krystal is a spelling variation of Crystal. Crystal became a name in the late 1800s. It comes from the word “crystal” spelled the same. Ultimately, the term “crystal” comes from the ancient Greek “krystallos.”
Symbolism of the name Krystal:
Krystal has the same meanings as Crystal. As mentioned, the latter name comes from the word “crystal” which denotes a gemstone or glass. The Greek “krystallows” that Crystal and Krystal come from translates to “ice.” A crystal is so clear that it may resemble ice.
Style of the name Krystal:
Traditional
Gender of the name Krystal:
Krystal is a feminine baby name.
Pronunciation of the name Krystal:
KRIS-tul
Number of syllables in the name Krystal:
Two
Emotion evoked from the name Krystal:
Krystal is an upbeat and fun-spirited name. It is youthful and outgoing.
Alternative spellings for the name Krystal:
Nicknames for the name Krystal:
- Krys
- Kryss
- Krysti
- Sky
- Kryssy
- Kriysie
- Kryssi
Popularity of the name Krystal:
Krystal became a top 1,000 name in America in 1960 at rank 975. It lasted until 2013 when it was number 858. Krystal was a top 100 option from 1982 to 1988, coming in highest in 1985 at rank 53.
Related names for the name Krystal:
Great middle names for Krystal and their meanings:
- Michelle (Who is like God?)
- Whitney (from the white island)
- Garnet (garnet, a red semi-precious gemstone)
- Jolene (pretty)
- Taylor (tailor)
- Dawn (the first appearance of light, daybreak)
- Sophia (wisdom)
- Laney (beautiful, bright, light, shining)
Famous people with the name Krystal:
- Krystal Jung (singer from f(x) band)
- Krystal Meyers (religious singer)
- Krystal Harris (pop singer)
- Krystal Forscutt (reality TV star, “Big Brother”)
- Krystal Ball (author)
- Krystal Davis (singer)
- Krystal Forgesson (field hockey player)
- Krystal Keith (country music singer)
Krystals in popular culture:
- Krystal Weedon (character from “The Casual Vacancy”)
- Krystal Carey (character from “All My Children”)
- Krystal McCloud (character from “StarFox” video game)
- Krystal (character from “Neighbours”)