Chrissy

Chrissy is an English pet form of Christine or Christina, which derive from the Latin Christianus and ultimately from the Greek Christos, meaning anointed one, itself a translation of the Hebrew Mashiach. The name came into widespread use across medieval Europe through devotion to Jesus Christ and the growth of Christian baptismal naming practices. Chrissy gained independent popularity as a given name in the twentieth century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Related forms include Chris, Chrissie, Christina, Christine, and Kristina.