Chrisopher Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRIS-toh-fer / /ˈkrɪstəfər/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: bearer of Christ; Latin: Christ-bearer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Christopher has been popular in Christian cultures due to its association with Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers. The name gained prominence in the Middle Ages and has been widely used across various European countries. It has also been adopted in different forms and languages, reflecting its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Christopher has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cristopher
- Kristopher
- Kris
International Variants
- Cristóbal (Spanish)
- Christophe (French)
- Cristoforo (Italian)
Famous people named Chrisopher
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Fictional characters named Chrisopher
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chrisopher was first seen in the United States in 1958. Chrisopher has ranked as high as #1100 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Missouri, Montana, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Chrisopher has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chrisopher (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 30 |
| 1972 | 31 |
| 1973 | 28 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1975 | 30 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 34 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 39 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |