Find out how popular the first name Kristophor has been for the last 7 years (from 1977 to 1983) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kristophor by gender

Based on the last 7 years of data, Kristophor is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1983, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kristophor.

The history of the first name Kristophor

The name Kristophor originates from the Greek language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Greek words "Christos" meaning "anointed" and "pherein" meaning "to bear or carry." The name can be translated to mean "bearer of Christ" or "Christ-bearer."

The earliest known historical reference to the name appears in the New Testament of the Bible, where it is mentioned as the name of one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. This apostle, known as Saint Christopher, was a Christian martyr who lived in the 3rd century AD and was venerated as the patron saint of travelers and transporters.

During the Middle Ages, the name Kristophor gained popularity across Europe, particularly in regions with strong Christian influences. In England, the name was commonly spelled as Christopher, and several notable figures bore this name, including Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer who discovered America in 1492, and Christopher Marlowe, the renowned English playwright and poet who lived from 1564 to 1593.

In the 16th century, the name Kristophor was also popular in Germany, where it was often spelled as Christoph. One notable figure with this name was Christoph Willibald Gluck, the German composer who lived from 1714 to 1787 and is considered one of the pioneers of opera reform.

Moving further into history, the name Kristophor has been borne by several other prominent individuals, including Kristopher Kolumbus, the Polish astronomer and mathematician who lived from 1516 to 1545, and Kristophor Willibald von Gluck, the German composer and opera reformer who lived from 1714 to 1787.

Throughout the centuries, the name Kristophor has undergone various spelling variations, such as Christopher, Cristoforo, Christoph, and Kristoffer, reflecting the linguistic and cultural influences of different regions. However, the core meaning and significance of the name as a "bearer of Christ" have remained consistent across these variations.

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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