Holding steady.
Popularity of Christop since 1989
Babies named Christop per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 1,082 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Christop is an uncommon short form of the classic name Christopher. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1989, the same year as its peak, but has never achieved widespread popularity. Its usage remains stable but extremely rare, with fewer than five births per year in recent decades. The name is a modern truncation of Christopher, a name with deep Greek roots meaning 'bearer of Christ,' long borne by the patron saint of travelers. While Christop lacks the historical weight of its longer counterpart, it offers a concise and distinctive alternative for parents drawn to traditional names with a casual edge.
Christop is a short form or variant of Christopher, which derives from the Greek name Christophoros, combining Christos (Christ) and phero (to bear, to carry). The name was popularized by the legendary Saint Christopher, who according to medieval tradition carried the Christ child across a river. The shortened form Christop emerged as a casual variant, especially in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chris, Topher
Variants: Christopher, Christoph, Kristof
Sibling names for Christop
Names that share Christop's style, for a brother or sister.
