US Popularity:94
Origin:Greek
Meaning:bearing Christ
Christopher is a boy’s name with Greek origins meaning “bearing Christ.” The name Christopher is an ancient name which has elements of the Greek Cypriot title Christos, referring back to Christ. It has also been given to various saints throughout history including Saint Christopher in the 3rd century.

Famous People Named Christopher

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Christopher Lloyd
    Actor
  • Christopher Nolan
    Director
  • Christopher Plummer
    Actor
  • Christopher Reeve
    Actor
  • Christopher Walken
    Actor

Christopher Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Christopher is currently #317 on The Bump
Boy:Christopher is currently #81 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Christopher is currently #94 in U.S. births
Boy:Christopher is currently #39 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#94
in 2022
- 10
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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