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Kristof

♂ Boy

Pronounced KRIS-tof /ˈkrɪs.tɒf/Medium

Meaning: A Polish and German form of Christopher, from the Greek Christophoros, 'bearing Christ; Christ-bearer'. A heritage name we note respectfully.Medium

In 30 seconds: A classic form: Kristof is the Polish/German Christopher, 'bearer of Christ' (said 'KRIS-tof').
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Origin MediumPolish, German
MeaningA Polish and German form of Christopher, from the Greek Christophoros, 'bearing Christ; Christ-bearer'. A heritage name we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#11707 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2001
Total births (all-time)≈ 299

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200119722024

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

Kristof is a Polish and German form of Christopher, from the Greek Christophoros, 'bearing Christ'. The name honors an old legend of a giant who carried the Christ child across a river. A heritage name we note respectfully. A crisp two-beat pick (said 'KRIS-tof').

It is used among Polish and German families and rare in the wider U.S. Rare here, classic, and heritage-rich.

Did you know? Kristof is a Polish and German form of Christopher, from Greek Christophoros, 'Christ-bearer' — a heritage name we note respectfully (said 'KRIS-tof').
Overall data confidence 55%
References - Kristof — Polish/German form of Christopher 'Christ-bearer'

Variations

ChristopherKrzysztofKristoff

Nicknames

KrisTof

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kristof mean?

Kristof is a Polish and German form of Christopher, from Greek Christophoros, 'bearing Christ'.

How do you pronounce Kristof?

It's said KRIS-tof /ˈkrɪs.tɒf/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kristof a boy or girl name?

Kristof is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Kristof?

Kristof is rare in the wider U.S. and used among Polish and German families.

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