Krister
boy nameKrister entered the US charts in 1965, peaked at #3930 in 1965, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1965–2025
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rank today
#3930
peak (1965)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4033 |
| 1970s | #5227 |
| 1980s | #6798 |
| 2000s | #9112 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Krister are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Krister alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Krister in 2025?
- Krister is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Krister most popular?
- Krister peaked in 1965, reaching #3930 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Krister with classmates?
- Krister will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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