Holding steady.
Popularity of Chrystopher since 1974
Babies named Chrystopher per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 86 |
| 1990s | 117 |
| 2000s | 90 |
| 2010s | 69 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Chrystopher is a rare modern respelling of the classic name Christopher. First recorded in the U.S. in 1974, it saw its highest usage in 1995, with 5 births. In 2025, it was given to only 5 boys, remaining extremely rare with a stable trajectory. The name has never been associated with any specific state and is most often spelled in its traditional form. Parents who choose Chrystopher are likely drawn to the distinctive 'y' as a way to personalize a familiar name.
Chrystopher is a modern respelling of Christopher, which comes from the Greek name Christophoros (Χριστόφορος), meaning 'bearer of Christ'. The name gained popularity in Western Europe through Saint Christopher, a legendary third-century martyr. The variant spelling with 'y' emerged in the late 20th century as a distinctive alternative.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chris, Topher
Variants: Christopher, Kristopher, Cristóbal
Sibling names for Chrystopher
Names that share Chrystopher's style, for a brother or sister.
