The name Christian means "belonging to Christ". It is derived from the Greek word "Khristos" meaning "The Anointed One",
which is a translation of the Hebrew word "Moshiach" (also written "Messiah").
Famous bearers
A bearer is Christian of Oliva, 13th century Cistercian monk and the first bishop of Prussia.
A modern bearer is Christian Slater (born 1969), an American actor.
