Christian
Follower of Christ — a boy name of Latin origin
Popularity of Christian in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Christian
Christian derives from the Latin "Christianus," meaning "a follower of Christ." The name has been in use since the early medieval period and was especially popular in Scandinavia, where ten kings of Denmark bore the name. It spread throughout Europe as both a given name and a statement of religious identity during the Middle Ages. Christian saw a notable popularity spike in the 1990s and 2000s, partly influenced by the character Christian Slater and later by the Fifty Shades of Grey character Christian Grey. It remains a strong, classic choice with international appeal.
Christian Around the World
Christian is used in 7 languages worldwide, with 21+ international variants.
Female FormChristian
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Christian
Famous People Named Christian
- Christian Bale — British actor (The Dark Knight)
- Christian Dior — French fashion designer
- Hans Christian Andersen — Danish fairy tale author
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Christian mean?
Christian is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Follower of Christ." Christian derives from the Latin "Christianus," meaning "a follower of Christ." The name has been in use since the early medieval period and was especially popular in Scandinavia, where ten kings of Denmark bore the name.
How do you pronounce Christian?
Christian is pronounced KRIS-chun. Common variations include Cristian, Kristian, Christiaan.
Is Christian a boy name?
Yes, Christian is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Chris, Kit, Ian.
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