Declining since 2008, #1,425 for boys today.
Popularity of Cristopher since 1950
Babies named Cristopher per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 91 |
| 1960s | 290 |
| 1970s | 760 |
| 1980s | 1,307 |
| 1990s | 1,992 |
| 2000s | 4,204 |
| 2010s | 2,424 |
| 2020s | 830 |
Meaning & origin
Cristopher is a variant spelling of Christopher, a name with deep historical and religious roots. First recorded in U.S. data in 1950, it saw its peak popularity in 2007, when it ranked highest in usage. Since 2008, its trajectory has been falling, reflecting broader shifts away from the traditional spelling. In 2025, it ranked 1425th with a frequency of 1 in every 13,556 boys. While never as common as the standard Christopher, the Cristopher spelling has maintained a consistent presence, particularly in states such as Colorado, Virginia, and Illinois. Parents who choose this variant may appreciate the subtle distinction while retaining the classic sound and meaning.
Cristopher is a variant spelling of Christopher, from the Greek name Christophoros, meaning 'bearing Christ' (from Christos 'Christ' + phero 'to bear'). The name gained popularity due to Saint Christopher, the legendary third-century martyr who became the patron saint of travelers. The Cristopher spelling emerged as a minor variant in English-speaking countries, often arising from phonetic or typographic preferences.
Where Cristopher is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chris, Topher, Cris
Variants: Christopher, Kristopher, Christoffer
Sibling names for Cristopher
Names that share Cristopher's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Cristopher
Names whose popularity has moved with Cristopher's over the last 50 years.
