Christa (given name)

Christa
Pronunciation Kris-TAH
Gender Female
Origin
Word/Name Latin via Greek
Meaning Anointed One, Christian, Gold, Golden
Region of origin Germany
Other names
Related names Christina, Christy, Christian, Chris, Christopher, Christine

Christa is pronounced KRIS-tah. It is of Latin origin, and its meaning is anointed one, Christian. Latinate short form of Christine and Christina. It Probably originated from the country, Germany. Chrysta's spelling may refer to the Greek word for Gold or Golden. Variations of Christa include Krysta, Krista, and Crista.