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Christ

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Pronounced KRYST /ˈkraɪst/High

Meaning: From Greek Christos, 'the anointed one' — the title of Jesus; in some traditions a given name (often as Khristos/Chris lines)High

In 30 seconds: The title itself: Christ — Greek 'anointed' — is given outright in some Christian communities, maximal devotion in five letters. Weighty beyond measure.

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Origin HighGreek

MeaningFrom Greek Christos, 'the anointed one' — the title of Jesus; in some traditions a given name (often as Khristos/Chris lines)

U.S. rank (2025)#3392 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births34 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1923

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,974

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Christ comes from Greek Christos, 'the anointed one' — the messianic title of Jesus. As a given name it appears in Greek and Armenian lines (Khristos) and devout modern use; this page treats it respectfully as given.

It registers thinly in records. Very rare, anointed at the root, and maximal.

Did you know? Christos translates Hebrew mashiach — messiah, 'anointed with oil' — kings and priests were anointed; the title became the name above names.

Overall data confidence 80%

Behind the Name — Christos — title background

Variations

ChristosKhristosCristo

Nicknames

Chris

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Christ mean?

Christ is Greek Christos, 'the anointed one' — the title of Jesus, given as a name in some traditions.

How do you pronounce Christ?

It's said KRYST /ˈkraɪst/ — a single syllable.

Is Christ a boy or girl name?

Christ is a boy's name.

How popular is Christ?

Christ is a very rare given name in the U.S.