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Khristopher

♂ Boy

Pronounced KRIS-tə-fer /ˈkrɪs.tə.fər/High

Meaning: Kh-spelling of Christopher — from Greek Christophoros, 'bearing Christ; Christ-bearer'Medium

In 30 seconds: Christ-bearer: Khristopher spells Christopher — 'bearing Christ' — with a bold Kh. Devout, classic, and warm.
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Origin MediumGreek
MeaningKh-spelling of Christopher — from Greek Christophoros, 'bearing Christ; Christ-bearer'
U.S. rank (2025)#5315 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births18 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1991
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,318

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199119642025

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

Khristopher is a Kh-spelling of Christopher — from Greek Christophoros, 'bearing Christ; Christ-bearer' (St Christopher, the patron of travelers). A devout, classic name; the Kh- styling personalizes it (nickname Kris).

It registers thinly beside Christopher. Rare, Christ-bearer at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Christopher means 'Christ-bearer' in Greek (St Christopher, patron of travelers, who legend says carried the Christ child across a river) — Khristopher is a Kh-spelling.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name — Christopher — root etymology

Variations

ChristopherKristopherCristopher

Nicknames

Kris

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Cristopher— a companion spelling
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Khristopher mean?

Khristopher spells Christopher — Greek 'bearing Christ; Christ-bearer'.

How do you pronounce Khristopher?

It's said KRIS-tə-fer /ˈkrɪs.tə.fər/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Khristopher a boy or girl name?

Khristopher is a boy's name.

How popular is Khristopher?

Khristopher is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Christopher is more common.

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