Krzysztof
BoyPolish
Krzysztof is a boy name of Polish origin meaning "Bearer of Christ".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Polish
Religion
Christian
Popularity
59 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
9 letters
Meaning
Bearer of Christ
Etymology
Derived from the Greek name Christophoros (Christ + phoros ‘bearing’), which entered Polish as Krzysztof.
Famous People Named Krzysztof
- Krzysztof Kieślowski — Polish film director and screenwriter (1941–1996)
- Krzysztof Penderecki — Polish composer and conductor (1933–2020)
- Krzysztof Zanussi — Polish producer and film director
- Krzysztof Matyjaszewski — Polish-American chemist famous for discovering 'Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization' (ATRP) technique for polymer synthesis
Frequently Asked Questions About Krzysztof
What does the name Krzysztof mean?
Krzysztof means "Bearer of Christ", and is of Polish origin.
What is the origin of the name Krzysztof?
Krzysztof originates from Polish, commonly used in Europe.
Is Krzysztof a boy or girl name?
Krzysztof is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Krzysztof associated with?
Krzysztof is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Krzysztof?
Yes — notable people named Krzysztof include Krzysztof Kieślowski (Polish film director and screenwriter, 1941–1996), Krzysztof Penderecki (Polish composer and conductor, 1933–2020), Krzysztof Zanussi (Polish producer and film director) and Krzysztof Matyjaszewski (Polish-American chemist famous for discovering 'Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization' (ATRP) technique for polymer synthesis).
Last updated: June 2026