NAME PROFILE

Murl

Derived from the Greek word 'christos' meaning 'anointed' and the Latin 'crystallum' meaning 'ice' or 'rock crystal'. This name suggests a person who is luminous, clear-sighted, and possesses a sparkling, resilient spirit that shines in any setting.

Key Stats

Total births2,567
GenderMale (14% / 86%)
Peak year1919
Peak generationG.I. Gen
First recorded1910
Most recent1959
Syllables1
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

OK — 34%MO — 25%TX — 21%KY — 11%AR — 9%

Notable People

Cristel Carrisi (Singer and TV Personality) · Cristel Khalil (Actress, The Young and the Restless) · Cristel Vahtra (Olympic Cross-country Skier) · Cristel Lee (Concert Violinist) · Cristel Russell (Consumer Behavior Researcher)

Nicknames & Diminutives

CristyCrisCeeCee

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