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Kristof

KRIS-tof

Kristof is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variation of Kristof, derived from Christopher, of Greek origin, meaning "Christ-bearer" or "bearing Christ".”. It currently ranks #11707 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2001.

Letters7
Syllables2
OriginGreek

What Kristof Means

A variation of Kristof, derived from Christopher, of Greek origin, meaning "Christ-bearer" or "bearing Christ".

The Story of Kristof

A name recognized from beloved stories, this variation means 'Christ-bearer' and suggests a reliable, honest nature.

Kristof is a distinct variation of Christopher, originating from the Greek 'Khristophoros,' meaning 'Christ-bearer.' This form has been present since at least 1972, offering a slightly softer, yet equally meaningful, pronunciation. It found a steady presence through the turn of the millennium.

For your son, Kristof embodies a spirit of reliability and honest support. It’s a name that suggests a character who is both deeply faithful and genuinely helpful, a constant presence you can count on.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Kristoff

    Fictional character from the Disney movie Frozen.

Personality Traits

ReliableHonestHelpfulLoyal

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#17 in 2001

Total Births

299

First Recorded

1972

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