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Encyclopedia > Christopher
Christopher
Gender Male
Meaning Χριστόφορος (Christóphοros), 'Christ bearer'
Origin English derived from Ancient Greek
Related names Chris, Christo, Christoph, Kit, Kester, Topher and Christy
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Christopher is the English version of a Europe-wide name derived from the Ancient Greek Χριστόφορος (Christóphοros). The name means “Christ-bearer”, or more literally “Bearer of the anointed one”. The constituent parts are χρίστος (chrístos) 'anointed one' and φέρω (phéro) 'I carry'. The name originates in the Christian legend of St Christopher. Wikipedia does not have an article with this exact name. ... Wiktionary (a portmanteau of wiki and dictionary) is a multilingual, Web-based project to create a free content dictionary, available in over 150 languages. ... Note: This article contains special characters. ... This page is about the title, office or what is known in Christian theology as the Divine Person. ... This article is about the Christian saint known as Christopher. ...


In English, Christopher may be abbreviated as, Chris, Kit, or Topher.


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In art: Christopher of Bavaria, known by his Danish and Norwegian title as Christoffer (III) af/av Bayern and by his Swedish title as Kristofer av Bayern (26 February 1418-6 January 1448) was union king of Denmark and Norway (1440-1448), and of Sweden (1441-1448). ... For alternative meanings, see number 1440. ... Events January 5/ 6 - Christopher of Bavaria, King of Denmark, Norway and Sweden dies with no designated heir leaving all three kingdoms with vacant thrones. ... This page is about the year 1441. ... Events January 5/ 6 - Christopher of Bavaria, King of Denmark, Norway and Sweden dies with no designated heir leaving all three kingdoms with vacant thrones. ... Events The community of Rauma, Finland was granted its town rights. ... Events January 5/ 6 - Christopher of Bavaria, King of Denmark, Norway and Sweden dies with no designated heir leaving all three kingdoms with vacant thrones. ...

  • Christo and Jeanne-Claude, artists famous for their 'wrapping' up of iconic places or items

In exploration: Christo and Jeanne-Claude. ...

In literature: Kit Carson Christopher Houston Kit Carson (December 24, 1809 – May 23, 1868) was an American frontiersman. ... Christopher Columbus (1451 – May 20, 1506) was a navigator, colonizer, and explorer and one of the first Europeans to explore the Americas after the Vikings. ...

In music: Christopher Awdry (born 1940) is a British author best known for his contributions to The Railway Series of books featuring Thomas the Tank Engine, which was started by his father Rev. ... Christopher Eric Hitchens (born April 13, 1949) is a British-American author, journalist and literary critic. ... World Cup Stories by Chris Hunt Chris Hunt is a magazine editor, journalist and author. ... Christopher Klim (born September 8, 1962) is an American novelist and journalist. ... This article is about the English dramatist. ... Chris Masters is a Journalist on Four Corners on the ABC in Australia. ... Christopher Paolini (born November 17, 1983 in Southern California) is an American writer. ... For the Star Trek character, see Christopher Pike (Star Trek) Christopher Pike is the pseudonym of Kevin McFadden (born November, 1955), an American writer. ... Christopher Reuel Tolkien (born November 21, 1924) is best known as the third son of author J. R. R. Tolkien (1892-1973), and as the editor of much of his fathers posthumously published work. ...

In politics: Luda redirects here. ... This article or section is not written in the formal tone expected of an encyclopedia article. ... Chris Carter was born on 28 January 1953, in Islington, London, England. ... Chris Carter Chris Carter is a Los Angeles-based disc jockey and music/film producer who started his music career as a founding member and bass player with alternative rock/power pop band Dramarama. ... Christopher Cester (born September 1981) is the drummer and vocalist from Australian rock band Jet. ... Chris Chaney is the bass player in the last incarnation of Janes Addiction, after Flea and Eric Avery, as well as a member of Alanis Morissettes touring and recording band from 1995 to 2002. ... Christopher (Chris) John Cheney (born January 2, 1975) is the guitarist and lead vocalist in the Australian rock band, The Living End. ... Chris Cornell (born Christopher John Boyle on July 20, 1964) is an American musician best known as the lead singer, guitarist and songwriter of the rock bands Soundgarden (1984-1997) and Audioslave (2001-2007). ... Christopher Cross (born Christopher Geppert, 3 May 1951, San Antonio, Texas) is an Oscar, Golden Globe and five-time Grammy winning, American singer-songwriter. ... This article is about the musician. ... Gluck redirects here. ... Chris Gray is the vocalist for the band The Black Maria. ... This article or section does not cite any references or sources. ... Kris Kross 1992 album Totally Krossed Out Kris Kross was a young rap duo of the early 1990s most famous for wearing their clothes backward. ... Kris Kross was a teenage rap duo in the early 1990s most famous for wearing their clothes backwards. ... Chris LeDoux (October 2, 1948 – March 9, 2005) was an American country music singer-songwriter, bronze sculptor and rodeo champion. ... Christopher Charles Lloyd (born April 30, 1982 in Baltimore, Maryland), better known as Lloyd Banks, is an American rapper and is a member of G-Unit. ... Chris Lowe (left) with collaborator Neil Tennant (right) Christopher Sean Lowe (born on October 4, 1959 in Blackpool, Lancashire, England) is an English musician, who, with his colleague Neil Tennant, makes up the successful pop duo, the Pet Shop Boys. ... This article is about the Coldplay musician. ... Chris Opperman is a composer who has recently emerged into the mainstream. ... Kris Kross 1992 album Totally Krossed Out Kris Kross was a young rap duo of the early 1990s most famous for wearing their clothes backward. ... Christopher Russell Edward Squire (born 4 March 1948), better known as Chris Squire is an English musician and the bassist and backing vocalist for the progressive rock group Yes, and is the only member of the group to appear on every album (co-founder Jon Anderson appeared on all but... Chris Tomlin is a Christian worship leader and songwriter from Grand Saline, Texas, United States. ... Christopher Uckermann (born October 21, 1986 in Mexico City) is a Mexican singer-songwriter and actor, best known as a member of the pop band RBD. // Christopher Alexander Luis Casillas Von Uckermann was born in Mexico City to a Mexican father and a Swedish mother. ... Christopher Wallace (May 21, 1972 - March 9, 1997), also known as Biggie Smalls (after a stylish gangster in the 1975 comedy, Lets Do it Again), but best known as The Notorious B.I.G. (Business Instead of Game). ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Chris Young is a singer and songwriter, specializing in traditional country music music. ...

In religion: Christopher Samuel Kit Bond (born March 6, 1939 in St. ... Chris Carter Christopher Joseph Carter is a New Zealand politician and a member of Cabinet. ... Christopher John Dodd (born May 27, 1944) is an American lawyer and politician from Willimantic, Connecticut. ... Chris Leaman is a British Liberal Democrat Politician. ... Christopher Robinson (21 January 1828 – 31 October 1905) was a Canadian lawyer and prosecutor known for representing the Government of Canada in a number of high profile cases and international disputes. ... For other persons with the same name, see Christopher Robinson. ...

In sports: For other uses, see Saint Christopher (disambiguation). ... His Eminence Christoph Cardinal Schönborn, OP, Th. ...

In television and film: This article is about the cricketer, for the professional wrestler, see Christopher Adams. ... Chris Armstrong was born on the 26th of June, 1975, in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. ... Chris Baker is a race car driver born in the United States of America on the 29th of November 1969. ... Chris Bala (born September 24, 1978 in Alexandria, Virginia) is an American professional ice hockey player. ... Christopher Rejean Brown (born April 17, 1981, in Winfield, Illinois) is an American football running back who plays for the Tennessee Titans of the NFL. He is 63. [edit] High school career Brown was named Prep Football Report and Super Prep All-American, first-team All-State, and Daily... Christopher Lance Cairns (born 1970 June 13) is a champion all-rounder who plays for the New Zealand international cricket team, the Black Caps, and son of former New Zealand cricketer Lance Cairns. ... Chris Campoli (born July 9, 1984 in North York, Ontario) the oldest of three sons. ... Chris J. Cichocki [si-HOCK-ey] (born September 17, 1963 in Detroit, Michigan) is a retired ice hockey right winger. ... Christopher Frank Capuano (born August 19, 1978 in West Springfield, Massachusetts) is a Major League Baseball starting pitcher who currently plays for the Milwaukee Brewers. ... Christopher John (Chris) Carpenter (born April 27, 1975 in Exeter, New Hampshire) is a starting pitcher in Major League Baseball who has played for the St. ... Cristopher D. Carter (born November 25, 1965 in Troy, Ohio) is a former American football player in the NFL. He played wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles (1987-89), the Minnesota Vikings (1990-2001) and the Miami Dolphins (2002). ... Christopher J. Chambers (born August 12, 1978 in Cleveland, Ohio) is an American football wide receiver for the San Diego Chargers of the National Football League. ... Chris Chelios (born Christos Kostas Tselios January 25, 1962 in Chicago, Illinois) is a Greek American defenceman for the Detroit Red Wings of the NHL, earning many awards during his long career. ... Chris Clark (born March 8, 1976 in South Windsor, Connecticut) is a professional ice hockey right winger who currently plays for the Washington Capitals of the NHL. Clark was drafted in the 3rd round, 77th overall by the Calgary Flames in the 1994 NHL Entry Draft. ... Chris Cooley (born July 11, 1982 in Powell, Wyoming) is an American football Tight End (H-back in the 2005 season) currently playing for the Washington Redskins. ... Chris Corrinet (born October 29, 1978 in Derby, Connecticut) is an American ice hockey forward who played eight games for the Washington Capitals during 2001-02 NHL season. ... Chris Dahlquist (born December 14, 1962 in Fridley, Minnesota) is a retired American ice hockey defenceman. ... Chris Dingman (born 1976) is a Canadian professional ice hockey player. ... Christopher Chris Drury (born August 20, 1976 in Trumbull, Connecticut) is a professional ice hockey player who currently plays for the New York Rangers of the NHL. The younger brother of former player Ted Drury, Chris has won the Stanley Cup, the Calder Memorial Trophy, the Hobey Baker Memorial Award... Chris Nicholas Duhon (born August 31, 1982, in Mamou, Louisiana), is a professional basketball player for the Chicago Bulls of the NBA. Duhon was a guard for the Duke University mens basketball team from 2000 to 2004. ... Christopher Edward Duncan (born May 5, 1981 in Tucson, Arizona) is an outfielder for the St. ... Christopher (Chris) John Fydler (born November 8, 1972 in Sydney, New South Wales) is a former freestyle swimmer from Australia, who competed in three consequentive Summer Olympics for his native country, starting in 1992. ... Chris Gratton {b. ... Chris Henry (born May 17, 1983) is a National Football League wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals. ... Christopher Zane Kaman (born April 28, 1982, in Grand Rapids, Michigan) is an American professional basketball player for the NBAs Los Angeles Clippers. ... Chris Kunitz (born September 26, 1979 in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada) is a professional ice hockey left wing who currently plays for the Anaheim Mighty Ducks of the NHL. He is currently in his second season in the NHL, and so far (as of January 3, 2006), he has played 27... Christopher Christy Mathewson (August 12, 1880 - October 7, 1925), nicknamed Big Six, The Christian Gentleman, or Matty, was a right-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball. ... Christopher (Chris) Steven Mihm (born July 16, 1979 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. He stands 7 feet tall (213 cm) and weighs 265 pounds (120 kg). ... Chris Osgood (born November 26, 1972 in Peace River, Alberta, Canada) is a professional ice hockey player. ... Chris Phillips (born March 9, 1978 in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada) is a Canadian professional hockey player. ... Christopher Robert Pronger (born October 10, 1974, in Dryden, Ontario, Canada) is a Canadian professional ice hockey player for the NHLs Anaheim Ducks (2006–present). ... Christopher Michael (Chris) Reitsma (born December 31, 1977 in Minneapolis, Minnesota and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Canada) is a right-handed relief pitcher for the Seattle Mariners. ... Chris Renaud (born August 29, 1976 in Fredericton, New Brunswick) is a former backstroke swimmer from Canada, who competed in two consequentive Summer Olympics for his native country, starting in 1996. ... Christopher David Simms (born August 29, 1980 - in Ridgewood, New Jersey) is an NFL quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is the son of former New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms. ... Chris Simon (born January 30, 1972 in Wawa, Ontario) is a professional ice hockey player who currently plays left wing for the New York Islanders of the NHL. Chris Simon is the jerk who hit a guy in the head with his stick. ... Christopher William Smith (born July 18, 1954 in Torrence, California) is a former Major League Baseball infielder who played for the Montreal Expos (1981-1982) and the San Francisco Giants(1983). ... Chris Therien (born December 14, 1971 in Ottawa, Ontario) is a professional ice hockey defenceman who currently plays for the Philadelphia Flyers of the NHL. Therien was drafted in the 3rd round, 47th overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 1990 NHL Entry Draft. ... For the Canadian-born former BBL basketball player, see Chris Webber (Canadian basketball player). ... Christopher Jon Weinke (born July 31, 1972 in St. ... Christopher Brandon Young (born 5th September 1983 in Houston, Texas), is a baseball player for the Arizona Diamondbacks franchise. ... Christopher Ryan Young (born May 25, 1979 in Dallas, TX, USA) is a Major League Baseball player. ... Chris Young (born January 23, 1980 in Senoia, Georgia) is an American football player who currently plays for the Denver Broncos. ...

In wrestling: James Christopher Carmack (born December 22, 1980), better known as Chris Carmack, is an American actor and former male fashion model. ... Chris Carter (born October 13, 1956) is an American Jewish screenwriter and producer, best known as the creator of The X-Files. ... Chris Columbus (born in Spangler, Pennsylvania, on September 10, 1958) is an American filmmaker. ... For other persons of the same name, see Christopher Evans. ... Christopher John Grace (born July 12, 1978),[1][2][3][4][5][6] better known as Topher Grace, is an American actor best known for playing the lead role of Eric Forman on That 70s Show during the shows first seven seasons, and for appearing as the villain Eddie... For the Lord of Appeal in Ordinary, see Christopher Guest, Baron Guest. ... Christopher Keith Irvine (born November 9, 1970), better known by the ring name Chris Jericho, is an American-Canadian actor, radio host, rock musician, and professional wrestler. ... Christopher Anton Knight (born November 7, 1957) is an American actor best known for playing Peter Brady on the 1970s series, The Brady Bunch. ... This article is about the actor. ... Christopher Lambert (born March 29, 1957 as Christophe Guy Denis Lambert) is an American-born French actor. ... For other persons named Christopher Lee, see Christopher Lee (disambiguation). ... For other persons named Christopher Lloyd, see Christopher Lloyd (disambiguation). ... Christopher Marquette (b. ... Christopher McDonald Christopher McDonald (born February 15, 1955 in New York City, New York, USA) is an American actor. ... This article or section does not adequately cite its references or sources. ... Christopher DOlier Reeve[1] (September 25, 1952 – October 10, 2004) was an American actor, director, producer and writer. ... Christopher Julius Rock III[5] (born February 7, 1965)[6][7] is an Emmy Award winning American comedian, actor, screenwriter, television producer, film producer and director. ... Christopher Titus (born October 1, 1964 in Castro Valley, California) is an American comedian and actor. ... Christopher Tucker (born August 31, 1972) is an American actor and comedian. ... Christopher Uckermann (born October 21, 1986 in Mexico City) is a Mexican singer-songwriter and actor, best known as a member of the pop band RBD. // Christopher Alexander Luis Casillas Von Uckermann was born in Mexico City to a Mexican father and a Swedish mother. ... Christopher Walken (born March 31, 1943) is an Academy Award-winning American film and theatre actor. ...

In other fields: Christopher Adams (February 10, 1955 – October 7, 2001) was a professional wrestler, wrestling promoter, trainer and judoka. ... Christopher Michael Benoit (IPA: ) (May 21, 1967 – June 24, 2007) was a Canadian professional wrestler who wrestled for Extreme Championship Wrestling, World Championship Wrestling, and World Wrestling Entertainment. ... Chris Candito (March 21, 1972 – April 28, 2005), better known by his ring names, Chris Candido and Skip, was an American professional wrestler best known for his participation in the World Wrestling Federation tag team known as The Bodydonnas with Zip, and his girlfriend and valet Sunny. ... Christopher Daniel Covell (born December 24, 1970) is an American professional wrestler, best known by his ring name in the United States, The Fallen Angel Christopher Daniels. ... Chris Spradlin (born December 24, 1979) is an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, Chris Hero. ... Chris Masters Entrance Chris Mordetsky, with the stage name of Chris Masters, and nicknamed The Masterpiece was born on January 8, 1983 in Santa Monica, California. ... Chris Mordetsky, better known by his stage name Chris Masters, born on January 8, 1983 in Santa Monica, California, is a professional wrestler who performs for World Wrestling Entertainment on its RAW brand. ... This article needs additional references or sources for verification. ... Chris J. Parks[3][6] (born October 4, 1973), better known by his ring name Abyss , is an American professional wrestler currently working for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ...

Fictional characters: This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... Chris Hughes could refer to one of several notable men: Chris Hughes (Facebook), co-founder of Facebook. ... Christo (born Hristo Yavashev, Bulgarian: Христо Явашев) and Jeanne-Claude are an artistic couple practicing environmental, installation art. ... Wisconsin Historical Marker Christopher Latham Sholes (February 14, 1819 - February 17, 1890) is an American who contributed to the development of the typewriter. ... Sir Christopher Wren, (20 October 1632–25 February 1723) was a 17th century English designer, astronomer, geometrician, and the greatest English architect of his time. ...

Christopher Boone is the main character in the 2003 fictional book Template:The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time by Template:Mark Haddon. ... Christopher prepares to escort Rory at the Daughters of the American Revolution Debutante Ball. ... Christopher Moltisanti, played by Michael Imperioli, is a fictional character on the HBO TV series The Sopranos. ... Christopher Pike, played first by Jeffrey Hunter and then by Sean Kenney, is a character in the fictional Star Trek universe. ... Christopher Robin is a character in the Winnie the Pooh books. ... Christopher Henry Smith (born March 4, 1953 in Rahway, New Jersey) is a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives for the 4th District of New Jersey (map). ... Christopher Thorndyke is a fictional character in the Sonic the Hedgehog universe, appearing in the Sonic X anime series as a friend to Sonic, the shows protagonist. ... Dr. Christopher Chris Duncan Turk[2][3] (most commonly referred to as Turk) is a fictional character played by Donald Faison on the American sitcom Scrubs. ...

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Christopher Alexander (3052 words)
Christopher Alexander was born in Vienna, Austria, and raised in Oxford and Chichester, England.
Christopher Alexander is a Trustee of the Prince of Wales's Institute of Architecture.
Christopher Alexander, "Sketches of a New Architecture", in Denys Lasdun, Ed., Architecture in an Age of Skepticism (New York: Oxford University Press, 1984) pp.
Warren Christopher - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (645 words)
Christopher was sworn in on February 26, 1977, as the Deputy Secretary of State and served in that position until January 20, 1981.
Christopher's professional activities have included service as President of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, 1974-1975; Chairman of the Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary of the American Bar Association, 1975-1976; member of the Board of Governors of the State Bar of California 1975-1976; and Special Counsel to California Governor Edmund G. Brown in 1959.
Christopher is married to the former Marie Wyllis.
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