Holding steady.
Popularity of Christipher since 1966
Babies named Christipher per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 24 |
| 1970s | 151 |
| 1980s | 253 |
| 1990s | 143 |
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Christipher is an uncommon spelling of Christopher, first recorded in the United States in 1966. The name reached its peak usage in 1987, reflecting the broader popularity of Christopher and its variants during the late 20th century. Since then, its usage has remained stable, though it has never entered the top 1,000 names. The spelling with an 'i' instead of the second 'o' gives it a distinctive twist, but it remains a rare choice. The name is primarily used for boys and has no strong association with any particular region.
Christipher is a modern variant of Christopher, which derives from the Greek name Χριστόφορος (Christophoros), meaning 'bearing Christ.' The name Christopher became popular in the English-speaking world due to the legendary Saint Christopher, a third-century martyr who is the patron saint of travelers. The spelling Christipher, with an 'i' replacing the second 'o,' emerged in the 20th century, possibly influenced by names like Philip. It remains a rare spelling variant, with usage peaking in 1987.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chris, Christy, Topher
Variants: Christopher, Kristopher, Cristopher
Sibling names for Christipher
Names that share Christipher's style, for a brother or sister.
