Christophe
Christophe is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Bearer of Christ.
Origin and history
Christophe is the French variant of the name Christopher, derived from the Greek name Christophoros. It has been used moderately in the United States, often chosen by families with French heritage or an appreciation for European naming styles. In recent years, it remains a rare but recognizable choice in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
4,476 babies in the United States have been named Christophe since 1880. It ranks #1853 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1894.
States where it is most popular
- CA (42.3 %)
- NY (9.1 %)
- TX (8.6 %)
- IL (4.7 %)
- OH (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 190 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,354 |
| 1960-1970 | 626 |
| 1970-1980 | 409 |
| 1980-1990 | 370 |
| 1990-2000 | 259 |
| 2000-2010 | 147 |
| 2010-2019 | 83 |
| 2020-2029 | 33 |
Famous people named Christophe
- Christophe Lemaitre: Athlete, Track and field sprinter
- Christophe Beck: Composer
Nicknames
Chris
Fun facts
- Christophe is the standard French spelling for the English name Christopher.
- Although uncommon in the U.S., over 4,000 boys have received the name since 1880.