UK boy's name
Cristi
A feminine given name of Latin origin meaning "follower of Christ".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Cristi is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Cristi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3990, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2020 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Cristi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Cristi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Cristi ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 4 boys were registered as Cristi.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Cristi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3990
2021
Births in 2021
4
Latest year
Peak year
2021
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Cristi mean?
The name Cristi is a Romanian variant of the name Christian, which has its roots in the ancient Greek language. The name Christian is derived from the Greek word "Christianos," meaning "follower of Christ." It is a name with a strong religious and spiritual significance, particularly in the Christian faith.
The name Cristi became popular in Romania as a variation of Christian, reflecting the country's cultural and linguistic influences. The earliest recorded use of the name Cristi can be traced back to the Middle Ages, when Christianity spread throughout Europe, including the region that is now modern-day Romania.
Historically, the name Cristi has been associated with several notable figures. One of the earliest and most significant figures bearing this name was Cristi Bucur, a Romanian ruler who reigned in the 16th century. He was known for his efforts to defend his principality against Ottoman invasions and for his support of the Orthodox Church.
Another notable bearer of the name Cristi was Cristi Puiu, a renowned Romanian film director and screenwriter born in 1967. His films, such as "The Death of Mr. Lazarescu" and "Aurora," have received critical acclaim and numerous awards at international film festivals.
In the realm of sports, Cristi Chivu, a former Romanian professional football player, made a significant impact. Born in 1980, he played as a defender for various clubs, including Ajax, Roma, and Inter Milan, and represented the Romanian national team in several major tournaments.
Cristi Borcea, born in 1968, is a controversial figure in Romanian business and sports circles. He was a successful entrepreneur and the former owner of the football club Dinamo București, but his career was marred by legal issues and controversies.
Lastly, Cristi Minculescu, born in 1953, is a celebrated Romanian singer and composer known for his contributions to the Romanian rock and pop music scene. His work has spanned several decades and has earned him a dedicated following among music enthusiasts in Romania and beyond.
While the name Cristi has its origins in the Christian faith and has been borne by notable individuals throughout history, it has also become a popular name choice in modern times, transcending religious boundaries and cultural contexts.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Cristi over time
The chart below shows babies named Cristi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2020 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Cristi, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2021, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Cristi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Cristi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4299 | 7 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Cristi
- Charlie 104,761
- Callum 65,796
- Connor 53,072
- Cameron 40,394
- Charles 33,091
- Christopher 26,849
- Caleb 15,553
- Corey 12,622
- Carter 11,505
- Cody 11,075
- Conor 10,298
- Christian 9,695
FAQ
Cristi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Cristi in the UK right now?
In 2021, Cristi was ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Cristi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 4 babies registered as Cristi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Cristi?
A feminine given name of Latin origin meaning "follower of Christ".
How many people are called Cristi in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Cristi across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.