Krissie
Latin · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Krissie
Krissie is a diminutive form of Kristine or Christina, derived from the Latin "Christianus," meaning "follower of Christ." The name has Greek linguistic roots through "Christos" (Christ).
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Etymology
Krissie is a diminutive form of Kristine or Christina, derived from the Latin "Christianus," meaning "follower of Christ." The name has Greek linguistic roots through "Christos" (Christ).
The name is used primarily in English-speaking Christian cultures, particularly in Scandinavian and Western European communities where Kristine is common; it gained popularity as an informal nickname in the 20th century.
Krissie currently ranks #15,999 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1978.
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