Christobal Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkris-TOH-bal / kɾisˈtoβalSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: bearer of Christ; Latin: Christ-bearer
Historical & Cultural Background
Christobal is a Spanish variant of the name Christopher, which has roots in the Greek word 'Christophoros', meaning 'Christ-bearer'. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts, due to its association with Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers. It is commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries and has variations in other languages. The name reflects a significant cultural heritage tied to Christianity.
Trend Summary
The name Christobal has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cristóbal
International Variants
- Cristóbal (Spanish)
- Christophe (French)
- Cristoforo (Italian)
Famous people named Christobal
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Christobal was first seen in the United States in 1922. Christobal has ranked as high as #1263 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and New Mexico. In the past 5 years the name Christobal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Christobal (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |