Female Name
Christel
ˈkʁɪs.tl̩
kʁis.tɛl
ˈkrɪs.təl
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
Ascendance of a Bookworm characters
currently out of the US top 1000
diminutives
ends in -el
isograms
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
68/100
youthful120%
formal80%
upper class120%
natural65%
wholesome100%
refined120%
strange65%
complex100%
Meaning & Etymology
Christel is a diminutive form of the names Christine or Christina, which are of Greek origin, meaning 'follower of Christ' or 'anointed'. It is commonly used in German-speaking countries and has gained popularity in various cultures due to its simplicity and elegance.
Etymology
Original Form:
Christine or Christina
Evolution:
The name evolved as a diminutive form in German-speaking regions, becoming a standalone given name over time.
Source:
Derived from the Greek word 'Christos', meaning 'anointed' or 'follower of Christ'.