Kristopher Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kristopher originates from the Greek name Christophoros, meaning 'bearer of Christ'. It has evolved through various languages and forms, reflecting a rich linguistic history. The name embodies traits of strength and guidance, with no direct biblical reference. Its popularity surged during the Middle Ages due to Saint Christopher, and it remains a well-respected name today.
The name Kristopher is most popular in Alaska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kristopher has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kristopher' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1016th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 221st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 161st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 369th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 761st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6845th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6620th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Kristopher' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kristopher"
Pronunciation
/ˈkrɪstəfər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Kristopher is derived from the Greek name 'Christophoros', which means 'bearer of Christ'. It combines 'Christos', meaning 'Christ', and 'phorós', meaning 'bearer' or 'to carry'.
Meaning
Bearer of Christ
Language Evolution
Christophoros (Greek), Christofor (Old French), Kristofor (Old High German), Kristopher (English)
Historical Usage
The name Kristopher gained popularity in the Christian community during the Middle Ages, especially as a result of the veneration of Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers. It became more common in English-speaking countries during the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Christopher, Kristof, Kristo, Kris
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kristopher is perceived as a strong and traditional name, often chosen for its religious connotations and its association with values such as guidance and protection.
Famous People
Kristopher Turner (Canadian actor), Kristopher Hivju (Norwegian actor), Kristopher London (YouTuber and social media influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kristopher"
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 "Kristopher"
"Kristopher" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1016th of 7552 | 1,026 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 221st of 10718 | 16,943 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 161st of 16616 | 28,689 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 369th of 24088 | 12,513 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 761st of 23106 | 3,904 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6845th of 19264 | 102 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6620th of 27321 | 185 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Kristopher" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
31.16% 694th/2227 |
39.67% 964th/2430 |
57.76% 1648th/2853 |
27.86% 773rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
6.33% 186th/2937 |
6.78% 236th/3483 |
7.16% 252nd/3518 |
5.42% 219th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
4.07% 150th/3685 |
3.71% 166th/4475 |
3.10% 161st/5194 |
2.93% 185th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
8.49% 389th/4582 |
7.44% 384th/5164 |
4.31% 315th/7313 |
6.00% 448th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
20.16% 803rd/3984 |
19.57% 878th/4487 |
9.56% 652nd/6822 |
13.26% 832nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kristopher" 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) |
- | - | - |
83.08% 5248th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kristopher"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kristopher" 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.