Kristo

Kristo is a masculine given name used in several countries, and it is occasionally found as a surname. It is a local form of Christopher, derived from the Greek Christophoros, meaning “bearing Christ.” The name has entered different language groups through religious and cultural exchange and has been established in various communities over time.

In Estonia, Kristo is a common given name and is typically used on its own rather than as a shortened form of a longer name. In Albanian-speaking communities, Kristo also appears as a given name, reflecting the broader pattern of Christopher-derived forms in that language area.

As a surname, Kristo occurs more rarely and is most often encountered in contexts where families have diverse linguistic or regional backgrounds. The use of Kristo as a surname is not tied to a single country or tradition, and its appearance is generally linked to individual family names rather than a broader cultural practice.

Notable people with the given name Kristo include Kristo Käärmann (born 1975), an Estonian entrepreneur and co-founder of the financial technology company Wise. The name continues to be used in various cultures around the world, reflecting its historical roots and modern adoption.