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Krzysztof: Meaning & Origin

Krzysztof is a boy name of Polish origin meaning “Meaning 'bearer of Christ,' it is a widely used name in Poland, often associated with strength.”. It's a distinctive name with moderate popularity. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.

Pronunciation

KSHIH-shtof

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

60/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 40% of popular names.

Nicknames

KrisKrzysiek

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

21%
68
2010
54
Current
#24
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Krzysztof Andrzej
  • Krzysztof Paweł

Famous Namesakes

  • Krzysztof Kieślowski (filmmaker)
  • Krzysztof Penderecki (composer)

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Krzysztof