Kristopher

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Bearer of Christ

Background: The name Kristopher originates from the Greek name 'Christophoros,' which means 'bearer of Christ.' This term combines 'Christos,' referring to Christ, and 'phoros,' meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry.' The name was later adopted into Latin as 'Christophorus,' further cementing its association with the Christian faith.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#429
Total births
63,372
Most popular decade
1970s (41,904 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-578 ranks)
Years in Top 100
0
First recorded year
1947

Gender usage

99.5% male 0.5% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1947
First year births
6
First year rank
#3,372
Peak year
1978
Peak year births
2,525
Peak rank
#104
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
177
Recent rank
#1,169

Female

First year
1972
First year births
5
First year rank
#8,292
Peak year
1985
Peak year births
28
Peak rank
#3,170
Most recent year
2004
Recent year births
5
Recent rank
#16,098

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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