Krista is a female given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse nameKristín, which was itself derived from the word 'kristr', meaning 'Christian'. The name has been popular in various European countries for centuries and has also gained traction in other parts of the world due to its attractive sound and association with Scandinavian culture.
"Krista's popularity as a name peaked in the early to mid-1980s with high birth counts of 11 and 9 in 1986 and 1987 respectively. Before that, it maintained steady popularity from 1972 onwards, with an average of around 7 births per year. After 1989, the name's usage decreased significantly."