Cristoval Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkris-TOH-val / kɾisˈtoβalSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: bearer of Christ; Latin: Christ-bearer
Historical & Cultural Background
Cristoval is a variant of the name Cristóbal, which is derived from the Latin name Christophorus. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. It is often associated with Saint Christopher, who is known as the patron saint of travelers. The name has historical significance in the context of Christian tradition and has been borne by various notable figures throughout history.
Trend Summary
Cristoval has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage but not ranking among the top names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cristóbal
- Cristovão
International Variants
- Cristóbal (Spanish)
- Cristovão (Portuguese)
- Christoph (German)
- Cristoforo (Italian)
Famous people named Cristoval
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Fictional characters named Cristoval
Cristoval is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', serving as a merchant in the game.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cristoval was first seen in the United States in 1921. Cristoval has ranked as high as #1277 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Cristoval has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cristoval (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |