Christopher

At a Glance: Name: Christopher – Meaning: Christ-bearer, from the legend of Saint Christopher – Origin: Greek – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: KRIS-tuh-fur

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Christopher is a Greek name meaning "Christ-bearer," tied to the legend of Saint Christopher. It's pronounced KRIS-tuh-fur, and it falls into the timeless, classic style — a name that's been part of the American landscape for well over a century. If you want something with old roots and a name parents have trusted for generations, it's worth a look.

Meaning & Origin of Christopher

Meaning: Christ-bearer, from the legend of saint christopher.

Origin: Greek.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Christopher

Phonetic: KRIS-tuh-fur   IPA: /ˈkrɪstəfər/

Popularity of Christopher

Christopher hit its peak popularity at #2 in 1972, when 52,173 boys were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #61, with 5,054 boys named Christopher that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Christopher mean?

Christ-bearer, from the legend of saint christopher. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Christopher)

How do you pronounce Christopher?

Christopher is pronounced KRIS-tuh-fur (IPA: /ˈkrɪstəfər/).

Is Christopher a popular name right now?

Christopher peaked at #2 in 1972 and is ranked #61 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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