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Christopher

Christopher is of Greek origin, derived from 'Christophoros,' meaning 'bearer of Christ.' The name historically signifies a devotee of Christ, stemming from early Christian traditions. It has been widely used in various cultures due to its religious connotations and reference to Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers.

IPA: /ˈkrɪstəfər/ · Simplified: KRIS-tuh-fer

Male
Greek
Christian
Western Europe
classic
strong
religious
timeless

67/100

Popularity

Falling

10-Year Trend

5

Countries

2015

Peak Year

Meaning of Christopher

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

Christopher is of Greek origin, derived from 'Christophoros,' meaning 'bearer of Christ.' The name historically signifies a devotee of Christ, stemming from early Christian traditions. It has been widely used in various cultures due to its religious connotations and reference to Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers.

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How to pronounce Christopher

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /ˈkrɪstəfər/ · Simplified: KRIS-tuh-fer

Nicknames for Christopher

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Chris
Topher
Kip
Kit

Christopher name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

20152016201720182019202020212022202320240255075100

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

66

United States

65

United Kingdom

64

Canada

63

Australia

62

Ireland

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Cristóbal

Christophe

Kristoffer

Kristof

Names like Christopher

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Christopher

Crispin

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Collections featuring Christopher

Curated name lists where this name appears

Greek names

Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

Christopher is typically associated with deep faith and a protective nature, inspired by the historical association with Saint Christopher. The name often evokes an image of a dependable and strong person, someone who bears responsibilities well and approaches life with a timeless, classic charm.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Christopher

Well-known figures who share this name.

C

Christopher Columbus

Explorer and navigator known for discovering the Americas, 1451-1506

Frequently asked questions about Christopher

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Christopher mean?
Here is the meaning behind Christopher: Christopher is of Greek origin, derived from 'Christophoros,' meaning 'bearer of Christ.' The name historically signifies a devotee of Christ, stemming from early Christian traditions. It has been widely used in various cultures due to its religious connotations and reference to Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers.
Is Christopher a boy or girl name?
Christopher is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Christopher?
Christopher scores 67/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2015.
What are good nicknames for Christopher?
Popular nicknames for Christopher: Chris, Topher, Kip, Kit.
What names are similar to Christopher?
Names similar to Christopher: Christian, Christopher, Crispin, Carson — close in sound, origin, or style.

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