Christian
Christian is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ.
Origin and history
Christian is derived from the Medieval Latin name Christianus, meaning 'a Christian' or 'follower of Christ'. It has been a consistent choice in Europe for centuries and remains a enduring classic in the United States. Today, it ranks among the top 100 most popular names for boys in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
453,968 babies in the United States have been named Christian since 1880. It ranks #69 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #74.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.5 %)
- TX (10.7 %)
- NY (7.8 %)
- FL (6.2 %)
- IL (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 486 |
| 1890-1900 | 404 |
| 1900-1910 | 321 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,119 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,213 |
| 1930-1940 | 876 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,529 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,623 |
| 1960-1970 | 10,213 |
| 1970-1980 | 24,902 |
| 1980-1990 | 30,289 |
| 1990-2000 | 126,065 |
| 2000-2010 | 142,433 |
| 2010-2019 | 84,198 |
| 2020-2029 | 26,297 |
Famous people named Christian
- Christian Bale: Actor
- Christian Slater: Actor
- Christian Dior: Fashion Designer
Nicknames
Chris
Fun facts
- The name became widespread in Europe following the Middle Ages, particularly in Scandinavia and England.
- Christian was the name of ten kings of Denmark from the 15th century through the mid-20th century.