Christy

¹ American  

[kris-tee] / ˈkrɪs ti /

noun

(sometimes lowercase)

plural

Christies

1. Christie.

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Christy ² American  

[kris-tee] / ˈkrɪs ti /

noun

1. Edwin P., 1815–62, U.S. minstrel-show performer and producer.

2. Howard Chandler 1873–1952, U.S. illustrator and painter.

3. a male given name, form of Christopher.

4. a female given name, form of Christine.

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Christy British  

/ ˈkrɪstɪ /

noun

1. skiing a turn in which the body is swung sharply round with the skis parallel, originating in Norway and used for stopping, slowing down, or changing direction quickly

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Etymology

Origin of Christy

By shortening

Example Sentences

“The agents, they don’t know how to operate in these situations,” said Christy Lopez, a former Justice Department attorney who spent years investigating misconduct by law enforcement.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

Since the previous season, Sweeney has starred in films such as Anyone but You, The Housemaid and Christy.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Christy Strickland, who had a case over a fall that occurred while working for the delivery app Instacart, said the firm insisted L.A. doctors were cheaper than those in Texas.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025

"No, we search everyone," said the officer, Christy Wasser.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

There were Megan and Christy, who jumped up and down like parched peas, moody Beth Ann, and pink-cheeked Alex.

From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech