Christopher
Christopher comes from the Greek "Christophoros" — "Christos" (Christ) and "pherein" (to bear) — meaning "Christ-bearer." Saint Christopher was, according to legend, a giant who carried travelers across a river, including the Christ child. He is the patron saint of travelers. The name has been used since the early medieval period. Christopher was the #2 boy name in the US from 1990 to 1994, behind only Michael. It has been in the top 50 every year since 1968. Christopher (the explorer Christopher Columbus, 1451-1506) gave the name historical weight. Christopher (the actor Christopher Reeve, 1952-2004, who played Superman) gave the name a pop-culture charge. I find Christopher has a formal, slightly classic quality — the "Chr" opening is firm, and the "pher" ending gives it length. The nickname Chris (as in Chris Pratt, Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth — the "Hollywood Chrises") is one of the most ubiquitous short forms in modern America. Christopher is a male name of Greek origin that means "Christ-bearer". Formal, classic, and approachable. The name sounds friendly. Christophers tend to be social. US top 50 since 1968. Well-known people named Christopher include Saint Christopher (patron of travelers), Christopher Columbus (explorer), Christopher Reeve (actor), Christopher (fictional, various). Common variations and related forms of Christopher include Cristóbal (Spanish), Cristoforo (Italian), Christophe (French), Christoph (German), Chris (nickname).