UK girl's name
Krina
A feminine name derived from the Sanskrit word "Krida" meaning play or joy.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2016. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Krina is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Krina popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4763, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 4 births.
This profile covers 31 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 1996 to 2016. 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.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 31 living people in the UK are called Krina. 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 2017 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Krina ranked #4763 for girls in England and Wales in 2016, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 4 girls were registered as Krina.
- • About 31 living people in the UK are estimated to have Krina as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4763
2016
Births in 2016
4
Latest year
Peak year
1998
4 births
Estimated living
31
2026
Meaning
What does Krina mean?
The name Krina has its roots in ancient Greek culture, dating back to the 5th century BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "krinos," which means "lily." This floral connection suggests that the name may have been associated with purity, beauty, and rebirth in ancient Greek society.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Krina can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus. In his famous work "The Histories," he mentions a woman named Krina who was a priestess in the city of Miletus. This reference suggests that the name may have held spiritual or religious significance in ancient Greek culture.
During the Byzantine era, which spanned from the 4th to the 15th century CE, the name Krina continued to be used, although it was not particularly widespread. One notable figure from this period was Krina of Constantinople, a noblewoman who lived in the 10th century and was known for her philanthropic work and support of the arts.
In the Middle Ages, the name Krina made its way into various European cultures, likely through the influence of the Byzantine Empire and its cultural ties with the West. One example from this era is Krina of Verona, an Italian artist and poet who lived in the 13th century and was renowned for her illuminated manuscripts.
As the Renaissance period dawned in the 15th and 16th centuries, the name Krina experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly in Italy and Greece. One notable figure from this time was Krina Sommaripa, an Italian painter who lived in the 16th century and was known for her religious works and portraits.
In the 19th century, the name Krina gained popularity in Russia, where it was often associated with the Russian Orthodox Church. One prominent figure from this era was Krina Gogol, a Russian noblewoman and philanthropist who lived from 1809 to 1868 and was known for her charitable work and support of education.
Throughout history, the name Krina has been borne by numerous notable individuals across various cultures and eras, reflecting its enduring appeal and rich cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Krina over time
The chart below shows babies named Krina registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2016. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Krina, the clearest high point is 1998. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2016, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Krina by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Krina 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4732 | 16 | 4 |
| 2000s | #3660 | 8 | 2 |
| 1990s | #3469 | 7 | 2 |
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- Kelsey 7,224
- Kiera 7,218
- Kayla 6,541
- Kirsty 6,384
- Khadija 5,948
- Kimberley 5,189
- Kaitlyn 5,137
FAQ
Krina: questions and answers
How popular is the name Krina in the UK right now?
In 2016, Krina was ranked #4763 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Krina most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 4 babies registered as Krina in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Krina?
A feminine name derived from the Sanskrit word "Krida" meaning play or joy.
How many people are called Krina in the UK?
A total of 31 babies have been registered as Krina across the 8 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.