Krystal
Krystal is a modern spelling variation of Crystal, derived from the Greek word 'krystallos' meaning ice or clear quartz. The name evokes imagery of clarity, brilliance, and natural beauty.
Current Popularity
#2135 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •The 'K' spelling adds a contemporary, distinctive twist to the traditional Crystal
- •Popular in the 1980s and 1990s, giving it a Gen X/Millennial association
- •Easy to pronounce but spelling may need clarification due to multiple variations
- •Associated with clarity and brightness, making it a name with positive imagery
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Krystal Thomas
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Krystal Steal
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Statistics
75,186
Total births since 1880
1985
Peak year
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