Find out how popular the first name Christipher has been for the last 36 years (from 1974 to 2009) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Christipher by gender

Based on the last 36 years of data, Christipher is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2009, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Christipher.

The history of the first name Christipher

The name Christipher is a variant spelling of the name Christopher, which originated from the Greek name Χριστόφορος (Christophoros). This name is derived from the Greek words "Christos" meaning "Christ" and "phoros" meaning "bearer", resulting in the combined meaning "Christ-bearer" or "bearer of Christ".

The name has its roots in Christian traditions and beliefs. The earliest known reference to the name can be found in the legend of Saint Christopher, a former pagan who carried a child across a river, only to later discover that the child was the Christ-child and the weight was the burden of the world's sins. This legend dates back to the 7th century AD.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Christipher was Christipher, Count of Leiningen-Guntersblum (1603-1648), a German nobleman and military leader during the Thirty Years' War. Another notable figure was Christipher Wren (1632-1723), the renowned English architect who designed many famous buildings, including St. Paul's Cathedral in London.

In the realm of literature, Christipher Marlowe (1564-1593) was an influential English playwright and poet, known for his works such as "The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus" and "Dido, Queen of Carthage". Christipher Smart (1722-1771) was an English poet and playwright, best remembered for his work "A Song to David".

Moving to the New World, Christipher Newport (1561-1617) was an English sailor and privateer who played a significant role in the early colonization of Virginia, leading several voyages and serving as a captain of the Susan Constant during the establishment of Jamestown in 1607.

These are just a few examples of noteworthy individuals throughout history who bore the name Christipher, showcasing its enduring presence and significance across various cultures and time periods.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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