Bearer of Christ
A German and Austrian form 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
Christoph isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,798 in 1994.
Academy Award-winning Austrian-German actor
Influential 18th-century opera composer
Olympic gold medalist in discus throw
The mutant character also known as Maverick · Marvel Comics
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
