Christos

Meaning of Christos

Christos traces to the ancient Greek word Christós, meaning “anointed,” a designation historically linked to Jesus and retained in its original linguistic form. Pronounced KREE-stos (/ˈkriːstɒs/), the name carries a clear classical resonance. In the United States, Christos has appeared consistently but sparingly in naming records since the early 20th century, achieving a modest peak around 512th place in the 1930s before oscillating through the 600s and 800s rankings in subsequent decades. In 2024, it was bestowed on 26 newborn boys, placing it at 898th on the Social Security Administration’s list. This steady, niche presence suggests that Christos appeals to parents seeking a name with rigorous etymological roots and a distinctive character, rather than mainstream prevalence.