Khrystyna's name day is celebrated on 24 July under the Revised Julian calendar (6 August before 2023), the feast of the Great Martyr Christina of Tyre. According to tradition, she was the daughter of a 3rd-century governor of Tyre, embraced Christianity against her father's will and stayed faithful to the end. The name comes from the Greek for "Christian", meaning "devoted to Christ". Below are name day wishes for Khrystyna — for a wife, daughter, sister, friend or colleague — plus poems and flower ideas.
Happy name day, Khrystyna! May faith, love and hope always be by your side.
Happy name day! Beauty, tenderness and summer sunshine in your soul.
Khrystyna, may your patron saint protect you at every step.
Happy name day! Happiness, health and your boldest dreams come true.
For a wife, daughter or sister
My darling Khrystyna, happy name day! You are the best gift fate has given me.
Our daughter, may Saint Christina give you willpower and self-belief. We love you so much!
Sister Khrystia, happy name day! May every day be as bright as the July sun.
For a friend or colleague
Khrystia, my friend, happy name day! May summer be hot and friends be loyal.
Happy name day, colleague! Inspiration, success and a wonderful holiday.
May your smile always stay this sunny!
In your own words
Khrystyna, your patron was a brave young woman who never betrayed her beliefs. May you have the same strength of spirit, and people around you who support you in everything.
May the summer of your name day bring you warmth, travel and new friends every year.
Funny wishes
Happy name day, Khrystyna! May the sunscreen run out before the holiday does, not the other way round.
Khrystia, today is your day — balloons, flowers and cake are a must!
Name day poems for Khrystyna
A July day, so hot and clear, Today is Khrystyna's day, May all the world she holds so dear Bring happiness her way.
May faith within her heart stay bright, May friends and family be near, May every day be full of light And joy come back year after year.
Flowers for Khrystyna's name day
Bright summer bouquets that capture the mood of sunny July suit Khrystyna. Add a heart-shaped balloon to make the greeting more festive. For a little girl, balloons and sweets are the best gift.
Khrystyna (Christina) means “Christian”, “devoted to Christ”. It is popular all over Ukraine, especially in the west, where it is often shortened to the affectionate Khrystia or Khrystynka. Wishes for her can be bright and warm:
“Khrystynka, may your faith in goodness never fade.”
“May every day bring its own small joy.”
“May you always be surrounded by people who pray for you and rejoice with you.”
Delicate spring flowers suit Khrystyna: tulips, ranunculus, hyacinths.
FAQ
When is Khrystyna's name day in 2026?
On 24 July under the Revised Julian calendar (6 August before 2023).
What does the name Khrystyna mean?
From Greek: "Christian", "devoted to Christ".
Which saint is Khrystyna named after?
The Great Martyr Christina of Tyre, who lived in the 3rd century.
Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.