Christopher
boy name#68 in 2025Christopher entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #2 in 1972, ranks #68 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#68
rank today
#2
peak (1972)
4,748
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #177 |
| 1890s | #211 |
| 1900s | #289 |
| 1910s | #323 |
| 1920s | #342 |
| 1930s | #335 |
| 1940s | #163 |
| 1950s | #53 |
| 1960s | #19 |
| 1970s | #3 |
| 1980s | #2 |
| 1990s | #3 |
| 2000s | #8 |
| 2010s | #31 |
| 2020s | #56 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Christopher has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,906,000 people named Christopher are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Christopher alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Christopher in 2025?
- Christopher ranks #68 among US boy names in 2025, with 4,748 babies given the name.
- When was the name Christopher most popular?
- Christopher peaked in 1972, reaching #2 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Christopher with classmates?
- Christopher will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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