Holding steady.
Popularity of Christapher since 1964
Babies named Christapher per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1990, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Christapher's real moment was 1983.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 14 |
| 1970s | 143 |
| 1980s | 201 |
| 1990s | 188 |
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 35 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Christapher is a rare respelling of Christopher, a name with deep Christian roots. First recorded in 1964, it saw its peak usage in 1983, though it never cracked the top 1000. As of 2025, the name remains stable in rarity, with limited use across the United States. The spelling Christapher reflects a phonetic variation that emerged in the late 20th century, often chosen by parents seeking a distinctive twist on a classic. While Christopher has long been a staple in English-speaking countries, Christapher offers a unique alternative for those wanting to honor tradition with a modern edge.
Christapher is a respelling of Christopher, from the Greek name Christophoros, derived from Christos (Christ) and phero (to bear). The name was popular among early Christians and spread through Europe due to the medieval legend of Saint Christopher, who carried the Christ child across a river.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chris, Topher, Kit
Variants: Christopher, Kristopher, Cristóbal
Sibling names for Christapher
Names that share Christapher's style, for a brother or sister.
