Male Name
Krister
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Characteristics
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Meaning & Etymology
Krister is a Swedish variant of the masculine given name Christer, which itself is derived from the Greek name Χριστός (Christos), meaning 'anointed' or 'follower of Christ'. The name is commonly used in Sweden and other Scandinavian countries, reflecting its Christian heritage and cultural significance.
Etymology
Original Form:
Χριστός (Christos)
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Greek 'Christos' to the Latin 'Christus', then to the Old Norse 'Kristr', and finally to the Swedish 'Christer' and its variant 'Krister'.
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