Chrissie

Chrissie Origin and Meaning

The name Chrissie is a girl's name.

Chrissie is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive of Christina or Christine, both derived from the Greek 'Christos' meaning 'anointed one.' Popular throughout the 20th century, particularly in the 1950s-70s, Chrissie has a friendly, approachable quality that resonates as both youthful and timeless. The name gained visibility through notable bearers like singer Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders. While less commonly used as a formal given name than Christine or Christina, Chrissie often appears on birth certificates as the official name. In contemporary usage, Chrissie maintains a cheerful, vintage charm that balances familiarity with distinctiveness, making it recognizable but not overly common.

Chrissie Rank in US Top 1000

# 969 in the US

Famous People Named Chrissie

• Christine Ellen "Chrissie" Hynde American musician
• Chrissie Shrimpton English model
• Christine Ann "Chrissie" Wellington English triathlete
• Chrissie Chau Hong Kong actress and model
• Chrissie Marie Fit American actress
• Chrissie Swan Australian radio and TV presenter

The name Chrissie in Pop Culture

• Christine "Chrissie" Watts character on British soap "EastEnders"
• Christine "Chrissie" Williams character on British series "Holby City"
• Christine Angela "Chrissie" Latham character on Australian series "Prisoner"
• Chrissie Jackson character on British series "The Sarah Jane Adventures"