Follower of Christ or anointed
Christelle is a French diminutive form of Christine. It ultimately derives from the Greek name Christos, referring to the 'anointed one'. While popular in France during the mid-20th century, it remains a rare and elegant choice in the United States.
Less common today
Christelle isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,335 in 1999.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
French alpine skier and Olympic competitor
French professional basketball player
French fantasy novelist known for The Mirror Visitor Quartet
