Christiano
Christiano is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ; Christian.
Origin and history
Christiano is a variant of the Latin name Christianus, meaning 'a Christian' or 'follower of Christ'. While less common in the U.S. than Cristiano or Christian, it maintains a steady presence as a classical, Latinate option. It appeals to parents seeking a traditional religious origin with a melodic, continental feel.
Popularity in the United States
853 babies in the United States have been named Christiano since 1880. It ranks #3824 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1780.
States where it is most popular
- CA (40.7 %)
- TX (14.8 %)
- MI (12.9 %)
- FL (10 %)
- NJ (8.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 88 |
| 2000-2010 | 207 |
| 2010-2019 | 411 |
| 2020-2029 | 147 |
Nicknames
Chris, Ian
Fun facts
- Christiano includes an 'h', blending the traditional English spelling of Christian with the Italian and Portuguese suffix -ano.
- While Cristiano is more prominent globally due to sports figures, Christiano remains a distinctive alternative in the U.S.