Holding steady.
Popularity of Christophor since 1951
Babies named Christophor per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 96 |
| 1970s | 220 |
| 1980s | 130 |
| 1990s | 65 |
| 2000s | 8 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Christophor is a rare spelling variant of the classic name Christopher, which has been in consistent use in the English-speaking world since the Middle Ages. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1951, suggesting it emerged as an alternative spelling during the mid-20th century. Its peak popularity came in 1971, when it reached its highest annual count, though it has never cracked the top 1,000. Since the 1970s, the name has maintained a stable but low trajectory, with fewer than five recorded births per year in recent decades. Unlike the widely popular Christopher, Christophor remains a highly unusual choice, appealing to parents seeking a phonetic variation of a traditional name.
Christophor is a variant spelling of Christopher, which comes from the Greek name Christophoros, meaning 'bearing Christ.' It is composed of Christos (Christ) and phero (to bear, to carry). The name was popularized by Saint Christopher, a third-century martyr and the patron saint of travelers.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chris, Topher
Variants: Christopher, Kristoffer, Cristoforo
Sibling names for Christophor
Names that share Christophor's style, for a brother or sister.
