Christian
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Christian is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Follower of Christ".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Latin
Religion
Christian
Popularity
28 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
9 letters
Meaning
Follower of Christ
Etymology
Derived from the Latin name Christianus, meaning 'follower of Christ', from Greek Christos (Χριστός) and the suffix -ianus.
Famous People Named Christian
- Christian — Ecuadorian footballer
- Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck — German botanist, embryologist and natural philosopher (1776-1858)
- Christian Hülsen — German architectural historian (1858–1935)
Frequently Asked Questions About Christian
What does the name Christian mean?
Christian means "Follower of Christ", and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of the name Christian?
Christian originates from Latin, commonly used in Europe.
Is Christian a boy or girl name?
Christian is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Christian associated with?
Christian is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Christian?
Yes — notable people named Christian include Christian (Ecuadorian footballer), Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (German botanist, 1776-1858) and Christian Hülsen (German architectural historian, 1858–1935).
Last updated: June 2026