Christopher is a male given name of Greek origin. It means "bearer of Christ" or "Christ-bearer." The name is derived from the Greek word christos, which means "anointed," and the word pherō, which means "to bear" or "to carry."
The name Christopher has a long and distinguished history. It was first used as a Christian name in the 14th century, and it has been popular among European royalty and nobility throughout the centuries. Some of the most famous individuals named Christopher include Saint Christopher, who is believed to have lived in the 3rd century and was martyred for his faith; Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer who discovered America in 1492; and Christopher Robin Milne, the son of Winnie-the-Pooh author A.A. Milne.
Today, Christopher remains a popular name throughout the world. It is often shortened to Chris or Kris, and it has many variations such as Kristoffer, Kristen, Christie, and Krisztina. Despite its popularity, however, the name Christopher retains its unique charm and historic significance.
Christopher is a popular name among parents in the United States. According to data from the Social Security Administration, there were eight babies named Christopher born in 1983 and five babies named Christopher born in 1988. In total, over these two years, there were thirteen boys named Christopher born in the United States. This data shows that while the number of babies named Christopher has varied slightly between these two years, it remains a popular choice for parents in the United States.