Cristiano
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Cristiano is a boy name of Italian origin meaning "one who follows Christ".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Italian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
9 letters
Meaning
one who follows Christ
Etymology
Derived from Latin Christianus, which originates from Greek christos meaning ‘anointed’; the form Cristiano entered Italian (and Portuguese) as a masculine given name.
Famous People Named Cristiano
- Cristiano Ronaldo — Portuguese association football player (born 1985) who play for al nassar fc
- Cristiano Pereira Figueiredo — Portuguese footballer
- Cristiano Malgioglio — Italian singer (born 1945)
Frequently Asked Questions About Cristiano
What does the name Cristiano mean?
Cristiano means "one who follows Christ", and is of Italian origin.
What is the origin of the name Cristiano?
Cristiano originates from Italian, commonly used in Southern Europe.
Is Cristiano a boy or girl name?
Cristiano is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Cristiano associated with?
Cristiano is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Cristiano?
Yes — notable people named Cristiano include Cristiano Ronaldo (Portuguese association football player (born 1985) who play for al nassar fc), Cristiano Pereira Figueiredo (Portuguese footballer) and Cristiano Malgioglio (Italian singer, born 1945).
Last updated: June 2026