Boy · 612th of 24,088
Cristopher
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
11,770
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2007
Peak Popularity Year
576
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Cristopher 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
The name Cristopher has its origins in Greek, meaning 'bearer of Christ'. It evolved through various languages and forms, notably Latin and Italian, before becoming popular in English. The name is linked to the Christian tradition through Saint Christopher. It conveys traits of strength and faith, and remains a classic choice in modern times.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪstəfər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Cristopher derives from the Greek name 'Christophoros', which means 'bearer of Christ'. It is composed of 'Christos' meaning 'Christ' and 'phoros' meaning 'bearer' or 'to carry'.
Meaning
Bearer of Christ
Language Evolution
Christophorus (Latin), Cristoforo (Italian), Cristóbal (Spanish), Christopher (English)
Biblical Background
The name is associated with Saint Christopher, who is venerated as a martyr in Christian tradition.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, especially after the legend of Saint Christopher spread, leading to its widespread use in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Cristofer, Cristopher, Kris, Topher
Modern Popularity & Image
Cristopher is perceived as a classic and timeless name. It is often associated with strength and faith.
Famous People
Christopher Columbus, Christopher Nolan, Christopher Walken, Christopher Reeve
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
Moderately Popular name with 576 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 35 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 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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Charistopher
Chirstopher
Chistopher
Chrisopher
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
Chrystopher
Crhistopher
Crisstopher
Cristhofer
Cristofer
Cristoffer
Cristofher
Crystofer
Crystopher
Khristopher
Khrystopher
Krisopher
Krisstopher
Kristofer
Kristoffer
Kristofor
Kristoher
Kristoper
Kristopher
Kristophor
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 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2684th of 7552 | 178 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 994th of 10718 | 1,049 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 783rd of 16616 | 2,521 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 612th of 24088 | 5,977 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1151st of 23106 | 2,045 |