Christopher as a Male Name
Christopher is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Christopher for a boy get a name with a clear Greek heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Christopher means “bearing Christ” and is of Greek origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Chris, Kit, Cristopher, Christophe.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Christopher across all genders, see the complete Christopher name meaning.
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Is Christopher a boy's name?+
Christopher is most commonly a boy's name. It means “bearing Christ” and is of Greek origin.
What does Christopher mean?+
Christopher means “bearing Christ” and originates from Greek.