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Kristel

Derived from the Tagalog word kristal, meaning a transparent or translucent mineral substance, borrowed into Tagalog from Spanish cristal.

Meaning and origin

Kristel is a contemporary Tagalog given name that draws from the word for crystal.

How to pronounce Kristel

Filipino (Philippines)kris-TEL /kɾɪsˈtel/

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