Crystal

At a Glance: Name: Crystal – Meaning: clear as ice; a clear, transparent mineral – Origin: English (ultimately Greek krystallos, "ice") – Gender: used for both boys and girls – Pronunciation: KRIS-tul

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Crystal is an English name that traces back to the Greek krystallos, meaning "ice." It means clear as ice, or a clear, transparent mineral. If you want a name with a bright, see-through image behind it, this one delivers exactly that.

Meaning & Origin of Crystal

Meaning: Clear as ice; a clear, transparent mineral.

Origin: English (ultimately Greek krystallos, "ice").

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Crystal

Phonetic: KRIS-tul   IPA: /ˈkrɪstəl/

Popularity of Crystal

Crystal climbed as high as #9 in 1982, when 19,098 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #1176, with 203 babies.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1884–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Crystal mean?

Clear as ice; a clear, transparent mineral. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Crystal)

How do you pronounce Crystal?

Crystal is pronounced KRIS-tul (IPA: /ˈkrɪstəl/).

Is Crystal a popular name right now?

Crystal peaked at #9 in 1982 and is ranked #1176 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1884–2024.)

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