Christon Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KRIS-ton //ˈkrɪs.tən//
Origin: Greek; Latin
Meaning: Greek: bearer of Christ; Latin: follower of Christ
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Christon is derived from the Greek word "Christos," meaning "anointed one," which is a translation of the Hebrew "Mashiach" (Messiah). The term "Christos" was used in the early Christian context to refer to Jesus of Nazareth, who is considered the Messiah in Christian theology.
The name entered the English language through the Latin "Christus," which was adopted into Old French as "Crist" before evolving into various forms in Middle English. The suffix "-on" is a diminutive or affectionate form, which is common in many names, suggesting a sense of endearment or familiarity.
Historically, the name Christon can be associated with the rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire, particularly from the 1st century CE onward. As Christianity spread, the name became more prevalent among Christian communities.
The use of "Christ" in names became particularly significant during the Middle Ages, as many individuals were named in honor of saints or biblical figures. The name Christon itself may not appear prominently in historical texts, but it reflects the broader trend of naming practices influenced by religious beliefs during this period.
Culturally, the name Christon carries connotations of faith and devotion, reflecting the importance of Christ in Christian traditions. Names derived from Christ often symbolize a connection to the divine and are used to express religious identity.
The name may also evoke the legacy of various saints and martyrs who bore similar names, contributing to its enduring significance in Christian contexts. The diminutive form "Chris" is commonly used as a familiar variant, highlighting the name's adaptability and personal resonance across different cultures and eras.
Famous people named Christon
In this section, you will find notable people named Christon. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Christon who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Christon Gray is a musician and songwriter best known for his albums The Glory Album, and The Blackout EP.
Christon St. John is a professional basketball player best known for playing in the NBA and overseas.
Christon Lee is a filmmaker best known for his work in independent cinema and short films.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Christon was first seen in the United States in 1951.
Christon has ranked as high as #4440 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Louisiana, and Alabama.
In the past 5 years the name Christon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Christon is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Christon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Christon.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2024 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 2023 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2021 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 2020 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2018 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 2017 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2016 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 2015 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 2014 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| 2013 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2012 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 2011 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 2010 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2009 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 2008 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 2007 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 2006 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 2005 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 2004 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 2003 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| 2002 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 2001 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 2000 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1999 | 36 | 29 | 7 |
| 1998 | 51 | 43 | 8 |
| 1997 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 1996 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 1995 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1994 | 27 | 22 | 5 |
| 1993 | 29 | 24 | 5 |
| 1992 | 41 | 31 | 10 |
| 1991 | 39 | 32 | 7 |
| 1990 | 44 | 35 | 9 |
| 1989 | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| 1988 | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| 1987 | 42 | 32 | 10 |
| 1986 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 1985 | 41 | 32 | 9 |
| 1984 | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| 1983 | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| 1982 | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| 1981 | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| 1980 | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| 1979 | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| 1978 | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| 1977 | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| 1976 | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| 1975 | 30 | 21 | 9 |
| 1974 | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| 1973 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1972 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1971 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1970 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1969 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1968 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1967 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1966 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1965 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1964 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1961 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1951 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Christon (2014)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 5 |