The nameChrystèle

Chrystèle is a spelling of Christelle, a French girl's name derived from Christ. It was mostly given in France in the 1970s.

Meaning

Like Christelle, it comes from Christine, from the Greek christos, "anointed".

Origin

French, based on Christelle. The y imitates Greek spelling.

History

Chrystèle peaked in the early 1970s, along with Christelle, then almost disappeared.

Popularity of the name Chrystèle

Chrystèle in France

1971peak year (730 births)
4,690babies named Chrystèle in France since 1900
0365730 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Chrystèle was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 3,155 births over the decade, 67% of all recorded babies named Chrystèle. Its rise began around 1965, and it peaked in 1971. Half of all babies named Chrystèle in France were born before 1971, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.

Variants and related names

Chrystèle in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Chrystèle mean?

Like Christelle, it comes from Christine, from the Greek christos, "anointed".

What is the origin of the name Chrystèle?

French, based on Christelle. The y imitates Greek spelling.

Is Chrystèle a girl's or a boy's name?

Chrystèle is a girl's name.

What are the variants of the name Chrystèle?

Variants and related names of Chrystèle include Christine.