Christop
Greek · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Christop
The name 'Christop' is a shortened form of 'Christopher', meaning "bearer of Christ," derived from the Greek *Christos* (Christ) and *pherein* (to bear).
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Etymology
The name 'Christop' is a shortened form of 'Christopher', meaning "bearer of Christ," derived from the Greek *Christos* (Christ) and *pherein* (to bear). It is primarily used in Christian cultures, notably in English-speaking and Germanic regions, with historical ties to Saint Christopher, the legendary third-century martyr and patron saint of travelers.
Christop currently ranks #241 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1989.
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