Bearer of Christ
A rare phonetic variant of Christopher. It is derived from the Greek name Christophoros, composed of 'Christos' (Christ) and 'pherein' (to bear), historically signifying one who carries Christ in their heart.
Less common today
Christifer isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,326 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).