Christopher

Bearer of Christ

Christopher is a traditional male given name of Greek origin meaning "bearer of Christ." It has remained consistently popular in English-speaking countries, often shortened to Chris, Kit, or Topher.

Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas We call him Kit, but his full name is Christopher.

explorer

Columbus

Ohio's seat of government

voyageJourney by sea
discoveryAct of finding something
expeditionOrganized exploratory journey

New World · navigator · 1492 · ships · Nina · Santa Maria · exploration · seafarer · Americas · conquistador

saint

martyrdom

Suffering for conviction

patron saintHoly figure guarding devotees
medalMetal honor token
travelersPeople on trips

protection · iconography · staff · river crossing · legend · veneration · feast day · Catholic · devotion · blessing

name

Charles

Popular regal name

CameronScottish personal name
CarterOne who carts
CalebMale given name

Carson · Michael · William · James · John · David · Matthew · Nicholas · Patrick · Andrew

etymology

Greek

Of Athenian origin

carryingHolding and moving
bearerOne who conveys something
meaningWhat something signifies

namesake · origin

Christopher

Columbus

martyrdom

Charles

Greek

Christopher

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