Bearing Christ
A rare spelling variant of the Greek name Christopher. It is derived from the Greek name Christophoros, which literally translates to 'Christ-bearer', historically used by early Christians to symbolize carrying Christ in their hearts.
Less common today
Chirstopher isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,535 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
