The name "Khrista" is an alternate spelling of the name "Christa," which is derived from the Greek word "Christos" meaning "anointed one" or "chosen one." The pronunciation of "Khrista" is typically the same as "Christa," with a hard "K" sound at the beginning. In IPA phonetic transcription, the pronunciation of "Khrista" can be represented as /kɹɪstə/. This spelling of the name provides a unique and alternative way for individuals to personalize and distinguish their name.