Christoffer
kris-TOFF-er
Letters
11
Syllables
3
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
728
Peak Year
#37 in 1990
First Recorded
1968
Style
Classic & Timeless, Spiritual & Biblical
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
A Scandinavian and Germanic form of Christopher, meaning "bearer of Christ." It originates from the Greek name Christophoros.
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Christoffer Polhem
Swedish scientist and inventor
Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg
Danish painter and art professor
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