Cristiano
Cristiano is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Follower of Christ; Christian.
Origin and history
Cristiano is a male given name of Latin origin, deriving from Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ' or 'Christian'. It is widely used in Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish-speaking regions. In the United States, the name has seen increased usage in recent decades, influenced in part by global sports personalities.
Popularity in the United States
3,898 babies in the United States have been named Cristiano since 1880. It ranks #2040 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1032.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.6 %)
- TX (18.6 %)
- NY (9.8 %)
- FL (8.9 %)
- NJ (6.6 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 75 |
| 2000-2010 | 474 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,246 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,097 |
Famous people named Cristiano
- Cristiano Ronaldo: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Latin word Christianus, which originally indicated a follower of Jesus Christ.
- The global popularity of Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo boosted recognition of the name worldwide, including in the U.S.