Boy name guide
Christopher name meaning, origin and style
Christopher is a Greek name commonly associated with bearer of Christ.
- Origin
- Greek
- Meaning
- bearer of Christ
- Say it
- KRIS-tuh-fer
Choosing Christopher
A traditional multi-syllable name with Chris as an easy everyday option.
Popularity note
Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.