gender neutral
Christian
follower of Christ, anointed
About Christian
This enduring classic has weathered centuries without losing its appeal or relevance. Christian conveys stability and heritage, connecting your child to a long tradition while remaining thoroughly contemporary. The three-syllable structure gives it formality when needed, yet it naturally shortens to friendly nicknames for everyday use. This name crosses cultural and linguistic boundaries with ease, recognized and respected worldwide. Christian suggests integrity and principle, qualities that serve well in any era or situation. The name's solid construction and clear pronunciation eliminate confusion, while its widespread familiarity ensures correct spelling. It works equally well in professional settings and casual environments, providing flexibility as your son navigates different life stages. Christian represents a safe yet distinguished choice that never goes out of style while maintaining individual character and presence.
Popularity of the Name Christian
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #253 | ||||
| 1881 | #208 | ||||
| 1882 | #238 | ||||
| 1883 | #218 | ||||
| 1884 | #231 | ||||
| 1885 | #218 | ||||
| 1886 | #299 | ||||
| 1887 | #233 | ||||
| 1888 | #244 | ||||
| 1889 | #227 | ||||
| 1890 | #238 | ||||
| 1891 | #277 | ||||
| 1892 | #279 | ||||
| 1893 | #279 | ||||
| 1894 | #278 | ||||
| 1895 | #245 | ||||
| 1896 | #312 | ||||
| 1897 | #288 | ||||
| 1898 | #351 | ||||
| 1899 | #258 | ||||
| 1900 | #377 | ||||
| 1901 | #278 | ||||
| 1902 | #338 | ||||
| 1903 | #312 | ||||
| 1904 | #370 | ||||
| 1905 | #422 | ||||
| 1906 | #364 | ||||
| 1907 | #396 | ||||
| 1908 | #454 | ||||
| 1909 | #475 | ||||
| 1910 | #432 | ||||
| 1911 | #457 | ||||
| 1912 | #404 | ||||
| 1913 | #451 | ||||
| 1914 | #437 | ||||
| 1915 | #445 | ||||
| 1916 | #452 | ||||
| 1917 | #467 | ||||
| 1918 | #474 | ||||
| 1919 | #531 | ||||
| 1920 | #508 | ||||
| 1921 | #544 | ||||
| 1922 | #490 | ||||
| 1923 | #583 | ||||
| 1924 | #568 | ||||
| 1925 | #612 | ||||
| 1926 | #587 | ||||
| 1927 | #584 | ||||
| 1928 | #581 | ||||
| 1929 | #634 | ||||
| 1930 | #632 | ||||
| 1931 | #634 | ||||
| 1932 | #658 | ||||
| 1933 | #671 | ||||
| 1934 | #624 | ||||
| 1935 | #725 | ||||
| 1936 | #611 | ||||
| 1937 | #640 | ||||
| 1938 | #592 | ||||
| 1939 | #601 | ||||
| 1940 | #598 | ||||
| 1941 | #532 | ||||
| 1942 | #607 | ||||
| 1943 | #542 | ||||
| 1944 | #524 | ||||
| 1945 | #503 | ||||
| 1946 | #477 | ||||
| 1947 | #492 | ||||
| 1948 | #469 | ||||
| 1949 | #452 | ||||
| 1950 | #411 | ||||
| 1951 | #413 | ||||
| 1952 | #384 | ||||
| 1953 | #372 | ||||
| 1954 | #378 | ||||
| 1955 | #384 | ||||
| 1956 | #381 | ||||
| 1957 | #426 | ||||
| 1958 | #377 | #182 | |||
| 1959 | #323 | ||||
| 1960 | #301 | ||||
| 1961 | #319 | #225 | |||
| 1962 | #305 | #219 | |||
| 1963 | #299 | ||||
| 1964 | #294 | ||||
| 1965 | #275 | ||||
| 1966 | #237 | ||||
| 1967 | #186 | #211 | |||
| 1968 | #151 | #197 | #197 | ||
| 1969 | #140 | #196 | #298 | ||
| 1970 | #127 | #209 | #220 | ||
| 1971 | #122 | #193 | #245 | ||
| 1972 | #96 | #179 | #151 | ||
| 1973 | #97 | #177 | #158 | ||
| 1974 | #103 | #164 | #128 | ||
| 1975 | #103 | #151 | #151 | ||
| 1976 | #112 | #110 | #154 | ||
| 1977 | #116 | #158 | #155 | ||
| 1978 | #116 | #146 | #155 | ||
| 1979 | #120 | #159 | #158 | ||
| 1980 | #118 | #157 | #147 | ||
| 1981 | #121 | #212 | #186 | ||
| 1982 | #114 | #229 | #205 | ||
| 1983 | #112 | #210 | #165 | ||
| 1984 | #104 | #264 | #235 | ||
| 1985 | #101 | #213 | #219 | ||
| 1986 | #89 | #179 | |||
| 1987 | #90 | #267 | #252 | ||
| 1988 | #86 | #186 | #180 | ||
| 1989 | #78 | #207 | #280 | ||
| 1990 | #60 | #172 | #203 | ||
| 1991 | #48 | #210 | #203 | #81 | |
| 1992 | #35 | #192 | #210 | #78 | |
| 1993 | #35 | #155 | #173 | #77 | |
| 1994 | #35 | #162 | #150 | #71 | |
| 1995 | #28 | #110 | #148 | #62 | |
| 1996 | #24 | #83 | #145 | #59 | |
| 1997 | #25 | #98 | #64 | #143 | #61 |
| 1998 | #26 | #100 | #74 | #114 | #63 |
| 1999 | #25 | #114 | #60 | #128 | #64 |
| 2000 | #22 | #118 | #56 | #109 | #61 |
| 2001 | #24 | #123 | #65 | #126 | #61 |
| 2002 | #24 | #124 | #84 | #124 | #62 |
| 2003 | #25 | #132 | #95 | #103 | #69 |
| 2004 | #24 | #134 | #101 | #94 | #69 |
| 2005 | #22 | #124 | #79 | #92 | #73 |
| 2006 | #21 | #136 | #89 | #99 | #74 |
| 2007 | #22 | #135 | #88 | #86 | #79 |
| 2008 | #23 | #152 | #72 | #88 | #76 |
| 2009 | #23 | #168 | #89 | #97 | #72 |
| 2010 | #29 | #179 | #81 | #115 | #86 |
| 2011 | #30 | #206 | #77 | #121 | #103 |
| 2012 | #33 | #223 | #118 | #157 | #111 |
| 2013 | #35 | #219 | #96 | #192 | #104 |
| 2014 | #42 | #230 | #156 | #152 | #108 |
| 2015 | #43 | #217 | #119 | #164 | #114 |
| 2016 | #46 | #227 | #163 | #149 | #115 |
| 2017 | #52 | #225 | #206 | #195 | #113 |
| 2018 | #54 | #234 | #129 | #169 | #126 |
| 2019 | #57 | #240 | #233 | #220 | #146 |
| 2020 | #62 | #242 | #265 | #246 | #160 |
| 2021 | #71 | #267 | #321 | #250 | #181 |
| 2022 | #73 | #281 | #268 | #243 | #198 |
| 2023 | #77 | #299 | #233 | #285 | #197 |
| 2024 | #77 | #392 | #295 | #281 | #204 |
| 2025 | #96 | #393 | #403 | #339 | #222 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Christian
Names Similar to Christian
Nicknames for Christian
- Chris
- Tian
- Kit
- Chrissy
Famous People Named Christian
| Christian Bale | English actor |
| Christian Dior | French fashion designer |
| Christian Slater | American actor |
| Christiano Ronaldo | Portuguese professional footballer |
| Christian Louboutin | French fashion designer |
| Christian Eriksen | Danish professional footballer |
| Christian McCaffrey | American football player |
| Christian Siriano | American fashion designer |
| Christian Pulisic | American professional soccer player |
| Christian Vieri | Italian former professional footballer |
| Christian Camargo | American actor |
| Christian Clemenson | American actor |
| Christian Borle | American actor |
| Christian Laettner | American former professional basketball player |
| Christian Navarro | American actor |
| Christian Okoye | Nigerian former professional football player |
| Christian Stolte | American actor |
| Christian Tafdrup | Danish actor |
| Christian Brando | American actor |
| Christian Fittipaldi | Brazilian former racing driver |
Characters Named Christian
| Christian Grey | Fifty Shades of Grey |
| Christian Shepherd | Lost |
| Christian Troy | Nip/Tuck |
| Christian Wolff | The Accountant |
| Christian Henson | Fever Pitch |
| Christian Yu | The Untamed |
| Christian Hightower | The Rockford Files |
| Christian Ozera | Vampire Academy |
| Christian Markelli | Clueless |
| Christian Clemenson | CSI - Miami |
| Christian Rivers | Mortal Engines |
| Christian Walker | Powers |
| Christian Stovitz | She's All That |
| Christian Thompson | Mean Girls |
| Christian Severin | The Lost City of Z |
| Christian Alexander | General Hospital |
| Christian Alvart | Pandorum |
| Christian Angel | Beautiful Creatures |
| Christian Graham | Friday Night Lights |
| Christian Roy | Million Dollar Arm |