Krissy is a diminutive form of Kristina, Kristine, or similar names, used as a given name in its own right.
The -y ending gives it an informal, affectionate quality typical of childhood nicknames that sometimes persist into adulthood: Krissy's coming over for dinner.
Also spelled Krissie or Krissi.
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Krissy is a diminutive form of Kristina, Kristine, or similar names, used as a given name in its own right.
The -y ending gives it an informal, affectionate quality typical of childhood nicknames that sometimes persist into adulthood: Krissy's coming over for dinner.
Also spelled Krissie or Krissi.
1. nickname — Kristine; Kris (A given name); Kristi (Scandinavian feminine given name); Chrissy (Diminutive of Christina); Kristie · Chrissie · Christie · Tina
2. affectionate — endearing, Arousing fondness or affection; pet name (Affectionate nickname for loved ones); sweetheart (Affectionate name for beloved); darling (Beloved person or pet); honey · sweetie · dear · familiar · intimate · fond · tender · loving · cherished · precious
Kristen Stewart; Kristen Bell; Kristen Wiig
Kristy, Kristen, Kristin, Kristina
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