Follower of Christ
A variant of Christina or Christine, derived from the Latin 'Christianus'. It was popularized in Germany and Scandinavia before appearing as a rare choice in English-speaking countries.
Less common today
Christel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,174 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Emmy-winning actress known for The Young and the Restless
Norwegian singer-songwriter
German operatic soprano
