Chrystel
girl nameChrystel entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #6246 in 1968, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1968–2025
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rank today
#6246
peak (1968)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6246 |
| 1970s | #8015 |
| 1980s | #10042 |
| 1990s | #12464 |
| 2010s | #16764 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chrystel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chrystel alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chrystel in 2025?
- Chrystel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Chrystel most popular?
- Chrystel peaked in 1968, reaching #6246 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chrystel with classmates?
- Chrystel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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