Bearer of Christ
A Spanish form of Christopher, derived from the Greek name Christophoros. It historically signifies one who carries Christ in their heart or, according to legend, one who physically carried the Christ child across a river.
About 105 boys were named Cristobal in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Cristobal — far less common.
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