Bearer of Christ
A rare spelling variant of Christopher, derived from the Greek name Christophoros. It historically refers to the legend of Saint Christopher, who was said to have carried the Christ child across a dangerous river.
Less common today
Christoper isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,366 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
