Cristobal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cristobal originates from the Spanish adaptation of the Greek name Christophoros, meaning 'Christ-bearer'. It has evolved through various languages over centuries. The name is commonly associated with religious significance and carries a positive connotation in modern times. There is no direct biblical reference, but it is linked to Saint Christopher, enhancing its popularity and cultural relevance.
The name Cristobal is most popular in Texas, 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cristobal 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, 'Cristobal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2252nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1921st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1605th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1073rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 955th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1013th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1403rd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Cristobal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cristobal"
Pronunciation
/krɪsˈtoʊbəl/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Cristobal is derived from the Spanish form of the name Christopher, which comes from the Greek 'Christophoros', meaning 'Christ-bearer'.
Meaning
Bearer of Christ
Language Evolution
Christophoros (Greek), Cristoforo (Italian), Christopher (English), Cristobal (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Spain and Latin America, particularly during the Middle Ages, due to the veneration of Saint Christopher.
Variants & Derivatives
Cristóbal, Cristofal, Cristo
Modern Popularity & Image
Cristobal is viewed positively, often associated with faith and devotion due to its religious roots.
Famous People
Cristobal Colón (Christopher Columbus), Cristobal Balenciaga (fashion designer), Cristobal Huet (Chilean footballer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cristobal"
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 "Cristobal"
"Cristobal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2252nd of 7545 | 210 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1921st of 6773 | 265 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1605th of 7552 | 451 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1073rd of 10718 | 922 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 955th of 16616 | 1,745 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1013th of 24088 | 2,731 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1403rd of 23106 | 1,561 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Cristobal" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
48.90% 1157th/2366 |
54.47% 622nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
43.01% 1012th/2353 |
58.37% 903rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
47.98% 1166th/2430 |
33.75% 963rd/2853 |
42.99% 1193rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
31.70% 1104th/3483 |
22.97% 808th/3518 |
18.08% 731st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
42.52% 1567th/3685 |
38.12% 1706th/4475 |
16.67% 866th/5194 |
9.86% 623rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
32.96% 1510th/4582 |
47.56% 2456th/5164 |
13.07% 956th/7313 |
8.47% 632nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.32% 2204th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
17.59% 1200th/6822 |
15.20% 954th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Cristobal" 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 "Cristobal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cristobal" 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.