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Origin of the name Christian
The name Christian is derived from the Greek word “ριστιανός” (khristianos) – Christian, follower of Christ. From Greek this name passed into Latin, and through it into all languages created on the basis of the Latin alphabet: German, English, French, Italian, etc.
In different countries, the name Christian has different spellings and pronunciations, which correspond to the phonetic and spelling norms of a particular language. So, in German Christian sounds like Karsten, in Portuguese – Cristiano, in Italian – Christiano, in Hungarian – Kerestes, in Ukrainian – Christian, in Belarusian – Khristyan, in Bulgarian – Christian, in Icelandic – Kristjan, in Breton – Kristen.
The stress in the name Christian can fall on the first or last syllable. It corresponds to the female names Christiana, Christina, Christina.
The name Christian was used especially often among the kings, princes and high aristocracy of Saxony. Currently, the name Christian is widespread in Europe and the USA; it is also found in Russia. It is not found in the Orthodox calendar, but is mentioned in the Catholic calendar.
Meaning and characteristics of the name Christian
As a child, Christian is an active boy who loves to play pranks extremely much. There is not even a drop of obedience in him, but there is more than enough energy and fun. He easily finds a common language with others and loves noisy fun. Christian argues with teachers without hesitation, but has an open mind and a lively mind. He is able to get out of any situation and is successful in his studies.
Adult Christian is just as open and sociable. He enjoys every day of life, without making far-reaching plans, without aiming at something grandiose. Doesn’t put off until later the pleasures that you can get now. Therefore, his life proceeds calmly, without sharp ups and downs.
Christian’s simplicity is often mistaken for softness, but it is not. Christian is firm in his convictions, can prove that he is right, and is ready to enter into conflict for the sake of this. He values freedom and independence and does not take advice.
Christian is able to express himself in any field, as long as this activity is to his taste. He is a hard-working, active, enterprising worker. Christian has well-developed intuition and has a penchant for learning foreign languages. But details and little things tire him. The owner of this name is well suited for unusual activities: astrology, philosophy, magic, archeology. He can also become a successful teacher or government official. Christian is indifferent to building a career; the main thing for him in work is pleasure and creative freedom.
Christian loves to eat well, is interested in dishes of various cuisines, and is a good cook. Loves to receive guests. This often affects the figure and the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
Christian does not seek to become the conqueror of a large number of women’s hearts. He is looking for consistency and home comfort next to a cheerful, sociable girl. Christian is a wonderful family man. His feelings are reliable, and he is gentle and affectionate with his wife. Children are very important to Christian. He builds friendly relations with them, guides and supports them.
Christian strives to look elegant, takes care of his appearance, and wants to impress others. But sometimes, in his desire to please, he loses his sense of proportion. Flashy accessories, an abundance of jewelry, bright details of the suit do not always suit this man.
Name days:
October 25, June 12
Diminutive version
Kristya, Kristianushka, Krisya
Abbreviated
Chris, Keith, Cres
According to the church
Christian
Color
Planet
- Saturn
Element
- fire
Stone talisman
magnetite, Lapp blood, jasper, amethyst
Metal
iron
Plants
onion, tobacco, heather
Totem animal
rooster, vulture, horse