Khristopher
Khristopher is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Bearer of Christ.
Origin and history
Khristopher is a modern spelling variation of the classic name Christopher. Derived from the Greek name Christophoros, it carries the traditional meaning of 'bearer of Christ'. In the United States, it is an established alternative spelling that gives a traditional name a distinctive look.
Popularity in the United States
2,318 babies in the United States have been named Khristopher since 1880. It ranks #2688 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1806.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.2 %)
- TX (33.4 %)
- FL (10.7 %)
- NY (4.3 %)
- MI (3.6 %)
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 | 57 |
| 1970-1980 | 374 |
| 1980-1990 | 490 |
| 1990-2000 | 538 |
| 2000-2010 | 410 |
| 2010-2019 | 328 |
| 2020-2029 | 121 |
Nicknames
Khris, Kris, Chris
Fun facts
- Khristopher uses the letter 'K' to replace the traditional 'Ch', giving the classic name a modern stylistic twist.
- It ultimately derives from the Greek elements 'Christos' (Christ) and 'pherein' (to bear or carry).