All about the name

Christhoper

Male

« Christopher is a popular English male given name meaning 'bearer of Christ', derived from Greek and Latin elements. »

#17762 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Christopher is a male given name of English origin. It means "bearer of Christ" and is composed of the elements "Christos," which is Greek for "Christ," and "ferō," which is Latin for "to bear, to carry." The name Christopher has been popular throughout history, particularly in the Middle Ages when it was used by several European monarchs. It was also the name of one of the Twelve Apostles in the New Testament of the Bible. Today, Christopher remains a popular choice for parents looking for a strong and meaningful name for their sons. Some famous bearers of the name include Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer who discovered America; Christopher Reeve, the American actor known for playing Superman; and Christopher Nolan, the British film director responsible for films such as "Inception" and "The Dark Knight Trilogy.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Christhoper since 1880

Total births
88
Total since 1880
Peak year
1972
9 births
in 1987
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years