Christphor

“bearer of Christ”

Greek origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#547US 2023

1.7kBirths / yr

→Stable

261All-time births

📅 Since 196100

What does Christphor mean and where does it come from?

Christphor is a variant of the well-known name Christopher, having roots in Greek and Latin. The name was made popular through the legend of Saint Christopher, who is considered the patron saint of travelers. Historically, the name has been widely used in Christian communities, symbolizing faith and

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #1809 in 1972 — currently #547 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Christphor?

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

Christphor Grace

How popular is Christphor right now?

Holding steady — currently #547 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#547 · Top 0.40%

1970

1975

1980

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#547	1,653	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#552	1,633	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#557	1,603	▲ up 4663 · +22800% births
1980	#5220	7	▼ down 2019 · -42% births
1975	#3201	12	▼ down 594 · -14% births
1970	#2607	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Christphor

Best Year2023Rank #547

Peak Count1,653

Average Rank#2114

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 20236 years

The story of Christphor

Christphor is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1961. With 261 total births recorded, Christphor remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2607 in 1970 to #547 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Christphor in 1972:

Michael Christopher James David John

Christphor by decade

Christphor peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	72
1970s ★	140
1980s	41
1990s	8

💎Christphor has only 261 total recorded births since 1961 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Christphor?

Common

ChrChriChrieChryIstphor

Famous people named Christphor

Christphor (ancient philosopher)

Christphor bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.

Christphor (Byzantine leader)

Christphor used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.

Christphor (modern Greek athlete)

Christphor brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.

Christphor (ancient philosopher)

Christphor bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.

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What names sound and feel like Christphor?

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

Christophor

Greek · bearer of Christ

Christaphor

American · Greek

Christerphor

Sweden · Bearer of Christ

Kristophor

Greece · Bearer of Christ

Kristoph

Greek · bearer of Christ

Chifor

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Hector

Greek · holding fast

Kristos

Greek · anointed, Christ

Common questions about the name Christphor

What does the name Christphor mean?

Christphor means "bearer of Christ" — a name rooted in Greek 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 Christphor?

Christphor is currently ranked #547 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 Christphor?

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

Is Christphor a classic or a modern name?

Christphor has Greek roots that go back thousands of years, making it a genuine classic rather than a modern invention. Its staying power across generations reflects its fundamental appeal and the strength of its meaning.

What are good nicknames for Christphor?

Christphor naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.