Girl
Krista
follower of Christ
About Krista
Clean and straightforward, this name achieves sophistication through simplicity rather than ornate construction. The crisp consonants bookending soft vowels create satisfying phonetic balance, making it pleasant to say repeatedly without becoming tiresome. It occupies that sweet spot between familiar and distinctive—recognizable enough to avoid constant spelling questions, yet uncommon enough to feel personal rather than generic. The name works equally well in casual settings and professional environments, transitioning seamlessly across contexts without losing its character. There's an efficient elegance here, a no-nonsense quality that suggests competence and reliability without coldness. For parents wanting something proven yet not overused, something that will age gracefully while remaining current, this represents a thoroughly sensible choice with lasting appeal.
Popularity of the Name Krista
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | #827 | |||
| 1951 | #782 | |||
| 1952 | #718 | |||
| 1953 | #690 | |||
| 1954 | #618 | |||
| 1955 | #592 | |||
| 1956 | #614 | |||
| 1957 | #632 | |||
| 1958 | #637 | |||
| 1959 | #562 | |||
| 1960 | #551 | |||
| 1961 | #528 | |||
| 1962 | #459 | |||
| 1963 | #421 | |||
| 1964 | #390 | |||
| 1965 | #328 | |||
| 1966 | #300 | |||
| 1967 | #291 | |||
| 1968 | #257 | |||
| 1969 | #227 | |||
| 1970 | #136 | |||
| 1971 | #134 | |||
| 1972 | #142 | |||
| 1973 | #143 | |||
| 1974 | #152 | #349 | ||
| 1975 | #159 | |||
| 1976 | #163 | |||
| 1977 | #155 | |||
| 1978 | #156 | #580 | ||
| 1979 | #130 | |||
| 1980 | #121 | |||
| 1981 | #153 | |||
| 1982 | #173 | |||
| 1983 | #142 | |||
| 1984 | #133 | |||
| 1985 | #134 | |||
| 1986 | #93 | |||
| 1987 | #108 | #330 | ||
| 1988 | #112 | #238 | ||
| 1989 | #137 | #242 | ||
| 1990 | #145 | |||
| 1991 | #155 | #298 | #121 | |
| 1992 | #150 | #116 | ||
| 1993 | #166 | #138 | ||
| 1994 | #182 | #171 | ||
| 1995 | #202 | #185 | ||
| 1996 | #221 | #226 | ||
| 1997 | #269 | #233 | ||
| 1998 | #318 | #296 | ||
| 1999 | #366 | #322 | ||
| 2000 | #408 | #551 | ||
| 2001 | #449 | #526 | ||
| 2002 | #474 | #485 | ||
| 2003 | #441 | #400 | ||
| 2004 | #542 | #701 | ||
| 2005 | #590 | #647 | ||
| 2006 | #696 | #894 | ||
| 2007 | #810 | #861 | ||
| 2008 | #890 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Krista
Names Similar to Krista
Nicknames for Krista
- Kris
- Krissy
- Kiki
- Ris
Famous People Named Krista
| Krista Ayne | model and actress |
| Krista Vernoff | TV writer and producer |
| Krista Voda | sports reporter |
| Krista White | model and winner of "America's Next Top Model" Cycle 14 |
| Krista Siegfrids | Finnish singer |
| Krista Kosonen | Finnish actress |
| Krista Tippett | journalist and radio host |
| Krista Kelly | playmate and actress |
| Krista Allen | actress |
| Krista Pärmäkoski | Finnish cross-country skier |
| Krista Dornbush | video game writer |
| Krista Kalmus | actress |
| Krista Branch | singer-songwriter |
| Krista Erickson | Canadian television host |
| Krista Bridges | Canadian actress |
| Krista Mueller | artist and illustrator |
| Krista L. Yazzie | Navajo Nation lawyer and activist |
| Krista Cowman | historian and professor |
Characters Named Krista
| Krista Gordon | character in the TV series "Mr. Robot" |
| Krista Starr | character in the book "Daughter of Smoke & Bone" by Laini Taylor |
| Krista Ewy | character in the TV series "Wanted" |
| Krista Cook | character in the book "The Jewel" by Amy Ewing |
| Krista Lake | character in the book "Perfect Chemistry" by Simone Elkeles |
| Krista Wilson | character in the TV series "Snowpiercer" |
| Krista Stodden | character in the TV series "Dexter" |
| Krista Lennox | character in the TV series "Coronation Street" |
| Krista White | character in the TV series "America's Next Top Model" |
| Krista Lenz | character in the manga and anime series "Attack on Titan" |
| Krista Larson | character in the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Krista Couture | character in the TV series "The L Word" |
| Krista Star | character in the book "Starcrossed" by Josephine Angelini |
| Krista Sparks | character in the TV series "Glee" |
| Krista Springsteel | character in the book "The Rosie Project" by Graeme Simsion |