Christopher Carlisle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Christopher Carlisle — bearer of Christ
1.6 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Christopher Carlisle is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Christopher is a masculine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Christophoros (Χριστόφορος), meaning "bearer of Christ." Saint Christopher is the patron saint of travelers. The surname Carlisle: Alexandra Carlisle (1886–1936), English actress Anthony Carlisle (1768–1840), surgeon and discover of electrolysis Belinda Carlisle (born 1958), American singer, of the Go-Go's Bob Carlisle (born 1956), American Christian singer Clarke Carlisle (born 1979), English footballer Cliff Carlisle (1903–1983), American singer Cooper Carlisle (born 1977), American Football player with the Oakland Raiders Elsie Carlisle (1896–1977), English singer, popular in the 1920s and 1930s Geno Carlisle (born 1976), American basketball player James Carlisle (born 1937), former Governor-General of Antigua and Barb. Christopher is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.6 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Christopher reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Christopher

Meaning: bearer of Christ

Greek

From the Greek Christophoros (Χριστόφορος), meaning "bearer of Christ." Saint Christopher is the patron saint of travelers.

Surname: Carlisle

English

Alexandra Carlisle (1886–1936), English actress Anthony Carlisle (1768–1840), surgeon and discover of electrolysis Belinda Carlisle (born 1958), American singer, of the Go-Go's Bob Carlisle (born 1956), American Christian singer Clarke Carlisle (born 1979), English footballer Cliff Carlisle (1903–1983), American singer Cooper Carlisle (born 1977), American Football player with the Oakland Raiders Elsie Carlisle (1896–1977), English singer, popular in the 1920s and 1930s Geno Carlisle (born 1976), American basketball player James Carlisle (born 1937), former Governor-General of Antigua and Barb.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Christopher is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 10%
Greece 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Christopher by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Christopher has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Chris
  • Christoph
  • Cristopher
  • Kristoffer

Notable People Named Christopher Carlisle

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Christopher Carlisle:

2
Expression Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Christopher?
The first name Christopher originates from Greek. From the Greek Christophoros (Χριστόφορος), meaning "bearer of Christ." Saint Christopher is the patron saint of travelers.
When was Christopher most popular?
The name Christopher reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Carlisle?
The surname Carlisle originates from English. Alexandra Carlisle (1886–1936), English actress Anthony Carlisle (1768–1840), surgeon and discover of electrolysis Belinda Carlisle (born 1958), American singer, of the Go-Go's Bob Carlisle (born 1956), American Christian singer Clarke Carlisle (born 1979), English footballer Cliff Carlisle (1903–1983), American singer Cooper Carlisle (born 1977), American Football player with the Oakland Raiders Elsie Carlisle (1896–1977), English singer, popular in the 1920s and 1930s Geno Carlisle (born 1976), American basketball player James Carlisle (born 1937), former Governor-General of Antigua and Barb.
What are the origins of the name Christopher Carlisle?
The name Christopher Carlisle combines two different traditions: the first name Christopher has Greek roots, while the surname Carlisle originates from English.
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