Origin and Meaning of Crystofer

Bearer of Christ

Origin: Greek - Crystofer is a variant of Christopher, derived from the Greek name 'Christophoros', meaning 'Christ-bearer' from the elements 'Christos' (Christ) and 'phoros' (to bear).

• The name Crystofer, while less common than Christopher, reflects the tradition of using creative spellings to personalize names.
• Christopher has been popular in various cultures, especially in Christian communities due to the legend of Saint Christopher, who is known for his protection of travelers.
• Notable bearers of the name Christopher, the conventional form, include Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer, and more recently, actors like Christopher Walken and Christopher Nolan.
• Christopher has been consistently popular across many decades, often ranking in the top 20 names for boys in the U.S. It peaked in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s.
• Variations include Kristopher, Kristoffer, and the feminine form, Christina, which all derive from the same roots relating to Christ.