Cristobal
Cristobal: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Cristobal
- A male given name from Spanish, an anglicized spelling of Spanish Cristóbal.
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish Cristóbal.
How popular is Cristobal?
Since 1880, 11 girls and 7,990 boys in the U.S. have been named Cristobal (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9800 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #708 in 2001. In 2025, 105 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Cristobal
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Cristobal FAQ
What does the name Cristobal mean?
A male given name from Spanish, an anglicized spelling of Spanish Cristóbal. Borrowed from Spanish Cristóbal.
What is the origin of the name Cristobal?
Cristobal is listed as a name of Spanish origin.
How popular is the name Cristobal?
Since 1880, 11 girls and 7,990 boys in the U.S. have been named Cristobal (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9800 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #708 in 2001. In 2025, 105 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Cristobal a boy or girl name?
Cristobal is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 11 girls and 7,990 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.