How Many People Are Named Christopher?
Complete statistics for the name Christopher: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
A classic name with ancient roots, Christopher is moderately common. About 1 in 174 Americans are named Christopher, and its popularity peaked in 1984.
π Meaning & Origin
The life path number 4 symbolizes stability, hard work, and practicality. People born under this number often excel in structured environments and are known for their dependable nature.
π Worldwide Usage
β₯ Gender Distribution
π Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 42All 2,074,208 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
π Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1984Annual US births from SSA records Β· Trend: Declining
π Name Scorecard
Scores 0β100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
π Christopher Through the Generations
Christopher has been a staple in American culture for decades, ranking in the top 10 for 36 years. The name's journey reflects a blend of tradition and modernity, with a strong presence among older generations. Its peak in 1984 coincides with a period of cultural stability and continuity, making it a name that resonates with both nostalgia and contemporary appeal.
π State Distribution (Top 10)
β Famous People Named Christopher
Christopher is the English version of a Europe-wide name derived from the Greek name Ξ§ΟΞΉΟΟΟΟΞΏΟΞΏΟ. The constituent parts are Ξ§ΟΞΉΟΟΟΟ (ChristΓ³s), "Christ" or "Anointed", and ΟΞΟΡιν (phΓ©rein), "to bear"; hence the "Christ-bearer".β¦
Full list on Wikipedia ββ¨ Similar Names to Christopher
πΏ Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Christopher's Greek roots
π About the Name Christopher
How Many People Have the Name Christopher?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 25,312 people in the United States currently share the name Christopher. That works out to roughly 1 in every 13,095 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Christopher a Common or Rare Name?
Christopher is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Christopher Mean?
Christopher means "Christ-bearer" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Christopher in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Christopher Most Popular?
The name Christopher reached peak popularity in 1984, with 60,409 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
β Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Christopher?
Approximately 25,312 people named Christopher live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 25,312. That works out to roughly 1 in 13,095 Americans.
Is Christopher a rare name?
Christopher is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 13,095 Americans has this name.
What does the name Christopher mean?
Christopher means "Christ-bearer" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Christopher more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Christopher are male and 0% are female.
When was Christopher most popular?
Christopher peaked in 1984 with 60,409 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.