# Christy

/ˈkɹɪsti/ (US) · /kɹˈɪsti/ (UK) · CEFR A1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/christy
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a common first name for women. It is short for Christina or Christine.

For teachers: a feminine given name, typically a diminutive of Christina or Christine.

## Examples

- Christy works at the local library.
- Christy joined the team last month and already knows everyone.
- The character of Christy in the play represents the resilience of rural women facing social change.

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