Christofer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Christofer originates from the Greek term 'Christophoros', meaning 'Christ-bearer'. It has evolved through various languages and forms, maintaining its core meaning. The name is linked to strong religious traits and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity due to the influence of Saint Christopher during the Middle Ages and remains a respected name today.
The name Christofer is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Christofer has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Christofer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3002nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1369th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1253rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1504th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3244th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Christofer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Christofer"
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪstəfər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Christofer is derived from the Greek name 'Christophoros', which means 'Christ-bearer'. It combines 'Christos', meaning 'Christ', and 'phero', meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'.
Meaning
Christ-bearer
Language Evolution
Christophoros (Greek), Cristoforo (Italian), Cristóbal (Spanish), Christopher (English), Christofer (variant form)
Historical Usage
The name became popular in the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Christopher, who was believed to have carried the Christ child across a river. It gained widespread use in various forms across Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Christopher, Cristopher, Christoph, Cristoforo, Christo
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Christofer is considered a classic name with a strong religious connotation. It is often viewed positively, associated with strength and carrying a significant legacy.
Famous People
Christopher Columbus, Christopher Marlowe, Christopher Walken, Christofer Drew
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Christofer"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Christofer"
"Christofer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3002nd of 7552 | 144 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1369th of 10718 | 628 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1253rd of 16616 | 1,135 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1504th of 24088 | 1,502 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3244th of 23106 | 425 |
Regional Popularity of "Christofer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
37.45% 1100th/2937 |
60.24% 2098th/3483 |
61.74% 2172nd/3518 |
30.39% 1229th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.59% 1422nd/3685 |
40.20% 1799th/4475 |
27.45% 1426th/5194 |
18.71% 1182nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.62% 1907th/4582 |
29.69% 1533rd/5164 |
20.63% 1509th/7313 |
17.23% 1286th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
- |
36.57% 2495th/6822 |
42.43% 2663rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Christofer" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Christofer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Christofer" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.