Krzysztof
Krzysztof is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Polish origin, meaning “Bearer of Christ”.
| Meaning | Bearer of Christ |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Polish |
| Pronunciation | KSHISH-tof |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Poland |
Meaning and origin of Krzysztof
Krzysztof is the Polish form of Christopher, from the Greek Christophoros, 'carrying Christ'. The legend of Saint Christopher, who carried the Christ child across a river, made the name popular across Christian Europe. In Poland it has been one of the most common boys' names for decades. Notable bearers include the film director Krzysztof Kieslowski and the composer Krzysztof Penderecki.
Is Krzysztof a Christian name?
Krzysztof honors Saint Christopher, patron of travellers, and is a traditional Catholic name.
How popular is Krzysztof?
Very common in Poland across several generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Krzysztof mean?
Krzysztof means 'Bearer of Christ'. It is of Greek, via Polish origin.
Is Krzysztof a Christian name?
Krzysztof honors Saint Christopher, patron of travellers, and is a traditional Catholic name.
How do you pronounce Krzysztof?
Krzysztof is pronounced KSHISH-tof.
Is Krzysztof a boy or girl name?
Krzysztof is usually a boy name.