Christofer
2025 SSA
About Christofer
Christofer is a masculine name that represents an alternative spelling of Christopher, derived from the Greek 'Christophoros,' meaning 'Christ-bearer.' The name has Christian origins, referring to Saint Christopher, who according to legend carried the Christ child across a river. This spelling variation maintains the traditional meaning while offering a slightly distinctive appearance. Christofer is less common than the standard Christopher spelling but follows the trend of name variations with altered spellings. Popular across many Western countries, the name conveys strength, service, and devotion. The Christofer spelling is particularly found in Scandinavian countries and has gained some traction in English-speaking regions as parents seek subtly unique versions of classic names.
Pronounced KRIS-tuh-fer.
As of October 2026, Christofer ranked #4569 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1043 in 1984.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,851 | 41 | 21.3 |
| 2015 | #2,689 | 45 | 23.5 |
| 2016 | #2,594 | 48 | 25.3 |
| 2017 | #3,324 | 34 | 18.4 |
| 2018 | #3,805 | 28 | 15.4 |
| 2019 | #3,732 | 29 | 16.2 |
| 2020 | #3,429 | 32 | 18.5 |
| 2021 | #4,516 | 22 | 12.6 |
| 2022 | #4,003 | 27 | 15.5 |
| 2023 | #4,364 | 24 | 14 |
| 2024 | #3,698 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2025 | #4,569 | 22 | 12.9 |