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Christian
follower of Christ
Origin
Latin
Used in
it
Origin and meaning of Christian
Christian comes from the Late Latin christianus, 'follower of Christ', rooted in the Greek christós, 'anointed'. Used across Europe since medieval times as a name proclaiming faith, it has long been popular in English-speaking countries and has spread widely as an international, cross-cultural choice. Parents like its strong meaning, its confident modern sound, and how easily it travels between languages without needing translation.
Variants around the world
How Christian sounds in other languages.
CristianoKristianChristianoCristian
Famous people
- Cristiano Ronaldo— footballer
- Christian Dior— entrepreneur
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Christian mean?
The name Christian means follower of Christ.
What is the origin of the name Christian?
Origin of Christian: Latin.
What are the international variants of the name Christian?
International variants of Christian: Cristiano, Kristian, Christiano, and Cristian.