Christopher

Christopher as a name

Christopher is a popular given name for boys, derived from the Greek name Χριστόφορος (Christóforos), which means “Christ-bearer.” The name became popular in the Christian world due to the story of Saint Christopher, a legendary Christian martyr who is said to have carried a child across a river, later revealed to be Jesus.

In modern times, the name Christopher remains a popular name for boys. It has been consistently ranked among the top 100 names for boys in the United States for several decades. It is often shortened to the nickname Chris, which is also a popular name on its own. The name has been used by many notable people throughout history, including Christopher Columbus, Christopher Reeve, and Christopher Walken.