Origin and Meaning of Crhistopher

Bearer of Christ

Origin: Greek - Derived from the Greek name 'Christophoros', which means 'Christ-bearer'. The name is a compound of 'Christos' (meaning 'Christ') and 'phorós' (meaning 'bearer').

• Christopher has a long history of usage in Christian contexts, symbolizing a person who carries Christ within them.
• Saint Christopher is venerated as the patron saint of travelers, which has influenced the name's popularity in various cultures.
• Notable bearers of the name include Christopher Columbus, the famous explorer, and Christopher Reeve, the actor known for his role as Superman.
• In the United States, Christopher was extremely popular from the 1970s through the early 2000s, frequently ranking among the top ten names for boys.
• Variations of Christopher include Cristina (female), Cristian, and Topher (a common diminutive).