Find out how popular the first name Christhian has been for the last 30 years (from 1993 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Christhian by gender

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

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Christhian.

The history of the first name Christhian

The given name Christhian is a relatively modern combination of the traditional Christian name "Christian" and likely the Greek suffix "-ian" or "-an" meaning "pertaining to" or "related to." It can be considered a variant spelling and pronunciation of the more common name Christian.

The name Christian itself has a rich history, originating from the Greek word "Christianos," meaning "follower of Christ." It was initially used as a descriptive term for early believers in Jesus Christ and his teachings before becoming a personal name in its own right. The name gained widespread popularity after Christianity became the dominant religion in the Roman Empire in the 4th century AD.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Christian can be found in the Bible's Acts of the Apostles, where followers of Jesus are referred to as "Christians" for the first time (Acts 11:26). This biblical reference likely contributed to the name's widespread adoption among early Christian communities.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals bearing the name Christian or its variants. One of the earliest was Christian of Bucks, a 7th-century Northumbrian prince and religious figure, who lived from around 635 to 687 AD. Another notable figure was Christian of Oliva (c. 1180-1237), a Spanish monk and theologian known for his writings on the spiritual life.

In the realm of literature, the name Christian is famously associated with the protagonist of John Bunyan's allegorical novel "The Pilgrim's Progress" (1678), where Christian represents the human soul's journey towards salvation. This literary work helped to further popularize the name.

Moving forward, other notable figures with the name Christian include the German philosopher Christian Wolff (1679-1754), who made significant contributions to the Enlightenment era, and the Danish author Christian Andersen (1805-1875), best known for his fairy tales such as "The Ugly Duckling" and "The Little Mermaid."

While the variant spelling "Christhian" is less common, it shares the same etymological roots and significance as the traditional name Christian, reflecting the influence of Christianity and its teachings on personal naming practices throughout history.

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