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Chrissie

Girl name · 19 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Chrissie: 19 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2003.

Chrissie is a familiar Scottish and English diminutive of Christina or Christine, both rooted in the Greek name Christos, meaning “anointed one,” and tied directly to the Christian faith. The name has been borne by Chrissie Hynde, the iconic frontwoman of the rock band The Pretenders, and Chrissie Wellington, the four-time Ironman World Champion triathlete, each lending the name a blend of musical edge and athletic grit. While no major places are named after a Chrissie, the root Christ appears in countless towns and cities worldwide. A close cousin is Chrissy, popularised by the American sitcom *Three’s Company*, but in Scotland, Chrissie has long been a warm, classic nickname for girls named Christine, often evoking a down‑to‑earth charm that feels both traditional and spirited.