Follower of Christ or clear glass
A variant of Crystal or a diminutive of Christine. It blends the Greek word for 'ice' or 'clear glass' with the religious connotation of being a follower of Christ. It was most popular in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s.
About 13 girls were named Christal in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American singer and member of the group The Smith Connection
American radio personality
The same feel as Christal — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.