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Kristoffer

From the Greek christos and pherein: "bearing Christ".

Meaning and origin

Kristoffer is the Scandinavian form of Christopher, which derives from the Greek elements christos (anointed) and pherein (to carry).

How to pronounce Kristoffer

Swedish (Sweden)kri-STOF-er /krɪˈstɔfɛr/

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