Christipher

“Bearer of Christ” — Associated with Saint Christopher

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#568US 2023

1.6kBirths / yr

→Stable

620All-time births

📅 Since 196600

How to pronounce Christipher

KRIST·IPH·er

/ˈkrɪst.ˈɪph.ɝ/ · stress on KRIST · 3 syllables

“Bearer of Christ”

Associated with Saint Christopher · Greece origin

What does Christipher mean and where does it come from?

Christipher is an alternative form of Christopher, derived from the Greek 'Christophoros' (Χριστόφορος), meaning 'Christ-bearer'. The name has historical significance, prominently associated with Saint Christopher, who is often depicted as a patron saint of travelers. In various cultures, Christophe

Cultural significance

Christipher has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of bearer of christ.

Peak popularity

Reached #1854 in 1987 — currently #568 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Christipher?

Christipher works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Christipher Grace

How popular is Christipher right now?

Holding steady — currently #568 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#568 · Top 0.42%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#568	1,632	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#573	1,612	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#578	1,582	▲ up 8856 · +26267% births
2000	#9434	6	▼ down 3342 · -33% births
1995	#6092	9	▼ down 3623 · -68% births
1990	#2469	28	▼ down 366 · +4% births
1985	#2103	27	▲ up 1657 · +145% births
1980	#3760	11	▲ up 92 · +22% births
1975	#3852	9	▲ up 753 · +50% births
1970	#4605	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Christipher

Best Year2023Rank #568

Peak Count1,632

Average Rank#3403

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202310 years

The story of Christipher

Christipher is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 620 total births recorded, Christipher remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4605 in 1970 to #568 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Christipher in 1987:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Christipher by decade

Christipher peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	24
1970s	151
1980s ★	253
1990s	143
2000s	49

💎Christipher has only 620 total recorded births since 1966 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Christipher?

Common

ChrChriChrieChryIpher

What names sound and feel like Christipher?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Christipher also consider these

Christapher

Greece · bearer of Christ

Christopher

USA · Χριστόφορος, meaning 'bearer

Christepher

English · Greek

Khristopher

Greece · Bearer of Christ

Hristopher

Greece · Christ-bearer

Chistopher

English · Latin

Chirstopher

English · A meaningful name

Shristopher

English · Bearer of Christ.

Common questions about the name Christipher

What does the name Christipher mean?

Christipher means "Bearer of Christ" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Christipher?

Christipher is currently ranked #568 as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Christipher?

Christipher originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Christipher?

Christipher is a three-syllable name pronounced K R IH1 S T IH1 P HH ER0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Christipher?

Christipher pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.