Find out how popular the first name Chistian has been for the last 30 years (from 1982 to 2011) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Chistian by gender

Based on the last 30 years of data, Chistian is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2011, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Chistian.

The history of the first name Chistian

The name Christian is derived from the Ancient Greek word Χριστιανός (Christianos), meaning "follower of Christ." It has its origins in early Christianity and is closely tied to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

The name gained widespread usage after the crucifixion of Jesus in the 1st century AD. It was initially used to refer to the early followers of Jesus in the ancient city of Antioch. The term "Christian" is mentioned in the New Testament, particularly in the book of Acts, where it is recorded that the disciples were first called Christians in Antioch.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Christian is found in the writings of the Roman historian Tacitus. In his work "Annals," Tacitus mentions the persecution of Christians in Rome under the reign of Emperor Nero in the 1st century AD.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Christian. One of the most famous is Christian the Pilgrim, the protagonist of John Bunyan's allegorical novel "The Pilgrim's Progress," published in 1678. This work is considered a classic of English literature and has had a significant impact on Protestant Christian theology.

Another prominent individual with the name Christian is Christian Frederick Martin (1796-1873), the German-born American luthier who founded the C.F. Martin & Company, one of the world's most renowned manufacturers of acoustic guitars.

In the realm of science, Christian Doppler (1803-1853) was an Austrian mathematician and physicist who is best known for discovering the Doppler effect, a principle that explains the perceived change in frequency of a wave due to the relative motion between the source and the observer.

The name Christian has also been prominent in the arts. Christian Dior (1905-1957) was a French fashion designer who founded the iconic fashion house Dior and is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the world of haute couture.

Finally, Christian Bale (born 1974) is a British actor who has received critical acclaim for his performances in films such as "The Machinist," "The Dark Knight" trilogy, and "The Fighter," for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Data source

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