Christoffer is a Scandinavian variant of the name Christopher, which is derived from the Greek name Χριστόφορος (Christophoros or Christoforos). The name is composed of Χριστός (Christós), meaning 'Christ' or 'Anointed', and φέρειν (phérein), meaning 'to bear', thus signifying 'Christ-bearer'. The name has been used as a given name since the 10th century and has been popular in various European cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries.