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Christos

♂ Boy

Pronounced KREES-toss /ˈkris.tɔs/Medium

Meaning: From Greek Christos, 'the anointed one' — a Greek given name and the title of ChristHigh

In 30 seconds: The anointed one: Christos is the Greek 'Christ' — given as a name across Greece. Devout, classical, and resonant.
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Origin HighGreek
MeaningFrom Greek Christos, 'the anointed one' — a Greek given name and the title of Christ
U.S. rank (2025)#3459 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births33 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1979
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,890

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197919152025

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

Christos comes from Greek Christos, 'the anointed one' (translating Hebrew Messiah). A common Greek given name carrying deep devotion, it's the source of 'Christ' and names like Christopher.

In the U.S. it appears in Greek families. Rare, anointed at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Christos — 'the anointed one' — is both the Greek title of Christ and a common Greek given name; Greeks greet Easter with 'Christos Anesti', 'Christ is risen'.
Overall data confidence 82%
Behind the Name — Christos — etymology

Variations

ChristoKhristosHristo

Nicknames

ChrisTakis

Famous Bearers

  • ★Christos Tsiolkas (1965-)
    Australian novelist known for The Slap, which was adapted into international television series
  • ★Christos Yannaras (1935-)
    Greek philosopher and theologian known for his work on Orthodox Christian thought

If you like Christos…

Christopher— a related Christ- classic
Christian— the 'follower of Christ' name
Cedar— a fellow Greek choice
Cypress— a fellow Greek choice
Eros— another Greek name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Christos mean?

Christos is Greek for 'the anointed one' — the title of Christ and a Greek given name.

How do you pronounce Christos?

It's said KREES-toss /ˈkris.tɔs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Christos a boy or girl name?

Christos is a boy's name.

How popular is Christos?

Christos is a rare name in the U.S.

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