Boy · 4753rd of 16,616
Chrystopher
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
383
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1995
Peak Popularity Year
16
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Chrystopher stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Chrystopher is derived from the Greek 'Christophoros', meaning 'Christ-bearer'. It evolved from Christophoros to Christopher and finally to Chrystopher. The name is linked to the Christian tradition and gained popularity in the Middle Ages due to Saint Christopher. It is seen as a modern variant today, often associated with unique traits. There is no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪs.tə.fər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Chrystopher is derived from the Greek name 'Christophoros', meaning 'bearing Christ' or 'Christ-bearer'.
Meaning
Christ-bearer
Language Evolution
Christophoros, Christopher, Chrystopher
Historical Usage
The name Christopher gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Christopher, who was believed to protect travelers.
Variants & Derivatives
Christopher, Chris, Kris, Topher
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Chrystopher is perceived as a unique and modern variation of the classic name Christopher, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Christopher Columbus, Christopher Nolan, Christopher Walken
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 16 peak births in 1995
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 56 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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Chirstopher
Chistopher
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Chrisotpher
Christepher
Christhoper
Christhopher
Christiopher
Christipher
Christofer
Christoffer
Christofher
Christoher
Christohper
Christohpher
Christoopher
Christopehr
Christoper
Christopher
Christophere
Christophor
Christophr
Christopoher
Christorpher
Christpher
Christphor
Christpoher
Christropher
Chritopher
Chrsitopher
Chrstopher
Crhistopher
Crisstopher
Cristhofer
Cristofer
Cristoffer
Cristofher
Cristopher
Crystofer
Crystopher
Khristopher
Khrystopher
Krisopher
Krisstopher
Kristofer
Kristoffer
Kristofor
Kristoher
Kristoper
Kristopher
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Kristupas
Krystofer
Krystopher
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7360th of 10718 | 23 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4753rd of 16616 | 156 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7081st of 24088 | 156 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12223rd of 23106 | 48 |