Christian.
a male given name from Latin [in turn from Ancient Greek], equivalent to English Christian
Meaning & usage
a male given name from Latin [in turn from Ancient Greek], equivalent to English Christian
Where this word comes from
Borrowed from Latin Christianus (“Christian; follower of Christ”), from Ancient Greek Χριστιανός (Khristianós, “Christian; follower of Christ”), ultimately from Ancient Greek Χριστός (Khristós, “Christ; the anointed one”). The word was originally an appellation for followers of Christ before becoming a personal name. First attested in the 14th century in Norway. Compare Danish Christian, Swedish Christian, German Christian and English Christian.
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