How Do You Spell CRISTOPHER?

Pronunciation: [kɹˈɪstəfə] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the name is Christopher, pronounced /ˈkrɪstəfər/ (KRISS-tuh-fur) in IPA phonetic transcription. The name is thought to have originated from the Greek name Christophoros, meaning "bearer of Christ". The spelling of Christopher is a common English variant of the name, often misspelled as Cristopher. However, the correct spelling includes the letter 'h' between the letters 't' and 'o'. It is essential to use the correct spelling of names for accuracy and respect.

Common Misspellings for CRISTOPHER

• cristophwer

Etymology of CRISTOPHER

The name "Christopher" has Greek origins. It is derived from the Greek name "Χριστόφορος" (Christóforos), which is a combination of the Greek words "χριστός" (christós) meaning "Christ" and "φέρω" (phérō) meaning "to bear" or "to carry". Therefore, "Christopher" can be interpreted to mean "bearer of Christ" or "one who carries Christ". The name became popular in Christian tradition due to Saint Christopher, a legendary martyr who supposedly carried the baby Jesus across a river.

Similar spelling words for CRISTOPHER

• crosstie,
• Cristie,
• Christo,
• cryesthesia,
• cross-town,
• christopher,
• Cristobal,
• cristobalite,
• Creighton,
• christner,
• Christopherso,
• Christoper,
• Cristine,
• crustose.