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Christ

♂ Boy

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 (2024)#3799 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births29 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1923
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,940

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192318802024

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

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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If you like Christ…

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Emmanuel— the 'God with us' companion
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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.