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Christian

Boy · Latin · Long name

Meaning
Follower of Christ
Pronunciation
KRIS-chun
Origin
Latin

From Latin 'Christianus' meaning follower of Christ.

Popularity
Common in United States (2023)

Popularity: US SSA, 2023

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Languages in use: Latin, Greek, English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • KristianScandinavian / German

    K-spelling European form.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Christian Dior

    1905–1957

    French fashion designer and founder of the Dior fashion house.

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Sources for this record

US SSA, Baby Names from Social Security Card Applications (2023). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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