Kristoffer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kristoffer has Greek origins, meaning 'bearer of Christ'. It evolved through historical forms such as Christophorus and Christophoros before taking its modern Scandinavian form. The name is often associated with strength and faith due to its biblical connections. It gained popularity in medieval Europe due to the veneration of Saint Christopher. Variants include Christopher and Kris, and it remains a well-regarded name today.
The name Kristoffer is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Kristoffer 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, 'Kristoffer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 858th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 976th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2703rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6091st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kristoffer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kristoffer"
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪstəfər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Kristoffer comes from the Greek name 'Christophoros', which means 'bearing Christ'. It was used to signify someone who carries or follows Christ.
Meaning
bearer of Christ
Language Evolution
Christophorus (Latin), Christophoros (Greek), Kristoffer (Scandinavian)
Historical Usage
The name Kristoffer became popular in medieval Europe, particularly in Scandinavia, due to the veneration of Saint Christopher, who is regarded as a protector of travelers.
Variants & Derivatives
Christopher, Kristopher, Kris, Topher
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kristoffer is viewed as a traditional yet modern name, often associated with strength and faith. It remains popular in various cultures, especially in Scandinavian countries.
Famous People
Kristoffer Polaha (actor), Kristoffer Hivju (actor), Kristoffer Veldboer (athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kristoffer"
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 "Kristoffer"
"Kristoffer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 858th of 10718 | 1,435 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 976th of 16616 | 1,686 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2703rd of 24088 | 637 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6091st of 23106 | 170 |
Regional Popularity of "Kristoffer" 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) |
24.48% 719th/2937 |
21.96% 765th/3483 |
30.13% 1060th/3518 |
17.80% 720th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.74% 1059th/3685 |
24.47% 1095th/4475 |
27.11% 1408th/5194 |
13.08% 826th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
56.41% 2913th/5164 |
53.40% 3905th/7313 |
26.71% 1993rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
69.60% 4368th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kristoffer" 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 "Kristoffer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kristoffer" 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.