Christoph
Christoph is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Bearer of Christ.
Origin and history
Christoph is the German variant of the name Christopher, derived from the Greek name Christophoros. It has seen steady, albeit infrequent, usage in the United States, often chosen by families seeking a European alternative to Christopher. The name carries a traditional, classic feel across Western cultures.
Popularity in the United States
1,192 babies in the United States have been named Christoph since 1880. It ranks #3504 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1867.
States where it is most popular
- CA (67.5 %)
- NY (13 %)
- MA (6.5 %)
- PA (6.5 %)
- TX (6.5 %)
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 | 64 |
| 1960-1970 | 249 |
| 1970-1980 | 190 |
| 1980-1990 | 148 |
| 1990-2000 | 189 |
| 2000-2010 | 163 |
| 2010-2019 | 129 |
| 2020-2029 | 60 |
Famous people named Christoph
- Christoph Waltz: Actor
Nicknames
Chris, Topher
Fun facts
- Christoph is the standard German spelling of the name Christopher.
- Notable figures with this name include 18th-century composer Christoph Willibald Gluck.