| Meaning | follower of Christ |
| Origin | English, Modern |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Kris-tel |
Elegant refinement defines Kristel, a name that sparkles with understated sophistication and European flair. The crisp consonants create a clean, polished sound that suggests clarity and precision, while the soft ending prevents it from feeling harsh or cold. Kristel represents a fresh alternative to more common variations, offering familiarity with distinctive spelling that sets it apart. This name carries an air of intelligence and capability, suggesting someone organized, thoughtful, and accomplished. The two syllables provide balance and completeness without unnecessary elaboration, embracing the principle that sometimes less is more. Kristel works beautifully across generations and cultural contexts, maintaining its elegance whether spoken in boardrooms or playgrounds. The name possesses a timeless quality that transcends temporary trends, making it a safe choice for parents concerned about their daughter's name feeling dated. Kristel suits various personality types and professional paths, never boxing its bearer into particular expectations or stereotypes. The subtle sparkle inherent in the name—perhaps suggested by its similarity to "crystal"—adds a touch of brightness without becoming overly precious or diminutive. This is a name that commands respect while remaining approachable and warm.
| Kristin |
| Kristen |
| Krista |
| Katherine |
| Kathryn |
| Kaitlyn |
| Katelyn |
| Kassandra |
| Kayla |
| Kelly |
| Kendra |
| Kendall |
| Kris |
| Krissy |
| Stel |
| Telly |
| Kristel Verbeke | Belgian singer and actress |
| Kristel Moreno | Filipino actress |
| Kristel Fulgar | Filipino actress and singer |
| Kristel de Catalina | Filipino dancer and social media personality |
| Kristel Yulo | Filipino gymnast |
| Kristel Aaslaid | Estonian singer and songwriter |
| Kristel Muci | Albanian singer |
| Kristel Zweers | Dutch field hockey player |
| Kristel Lootus | Estonian actress |
| Kristel Lisberg | Faroese politician |
| Kristel Ferland | Canadian actress |
| Kristel Köbrich | Chilean swimmer |
| Kristel Maas | Dutch television presenter |
| Kristel Lapse | Estonian footballer |
| Kristel Pärtna | Estonian rower |
| Kristel Van Dornick | Belgian judoka |
| Kristel Marquez Pradas | Puerto Rican model and beauty queen |
| Kristel De Cat | Belgian rower |
| Kristel M. Silang | Filipino epidemiologist and public health expert |
| Kristel Siwert | Estonian basketball player |
| Kristel Crewes | Character in the movie "Star 80" |
| Kristel Beresford | Character in the book "Sky Bounce" by Deanna Miller |
| Kristel Lazard | Character in the movie "Elle" |
| Kristel Peterson | Character in the TV series "Bordertown" |
| Kristel Visser | Character in the TV series "Fishy Feline Friends" |
| Kristel Atesh | Character in the video game "Summon Night 6 - Lost Borders" |
| Kristel Mann | Character in the book "The War I Finally Won" by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley |
| Kristel Vino | Character in the movie "Miss Violence" |
| Kristel Vaik | Character in the TV series "Classified" |
| Kristel DiAngelo | Character in the book "Angelfire" by Courtney Allison Moulton |
| Kristel Hysko | Character in the movie "Slogans" |
| Kristel Thornell | Character in the book "On the Blue Train" by Kristel Thornell |
| Kristel Solis | Character in the movie "Love Triangle" |
| Kristel Katang | Character in the TV series "The Untamed" |
| Kristel Dreos | Character in the book "A Long Line of Cakes" by Deborah Wiles |
| Kristel Saddle | Character in the TV series "Adventure Time" |
| Kristel Joven | Character in the movie "Enchanted Kingdom" |
| Kristel Kael | Character in the book "Lucid Dreaming" by Cassandra Page |
| Kristel Holtsmark | Character in the TV series "Skam" |
| Kristel Deville | Character in the movie "The Cloth" |