Khristos

Khristos is a masculine name of Greek origin, representing a variant spelling of Christos (Χριστός), which means "anointed one" in Greek. This name directly relates to the Greek title for Jesus Christ, where "Christos" was the Greek translation of the Hebrew word "Messiah." The spelling with 'Kh' emphasizes the Greek heritage and traditional pronunciation, where the initial sound is more guttural than the common English 'Ch' sound. While relatively uncommon as a given name in Western countries, it is used in Greek Orthodox communities and among families with Greek heritage. The name carries deep religious significance while connecting its bearer to ancient Greek culture and language traditions. Khristos projects dignity, spiritual depth, and cultural richness.

Pronounced KRIS-tos.