CHRISTER
Christer
Christer is a surname of British origin, primarily found in the southern regions of England. The surname is believed to have Norman-French roots, deriving from the Old French personal name "Cristier," which is an occupational name for a Christian.
The surname Christer is relatively rare and can be traced back to medieval times in England. It is believed to have been introduced to the country after the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over the centuries, the surname has become more distinct and associated with certain families or regions.
Individuals carrying the surname Christer have made various contributions to British society, spanning different sectors such as academia, business, and the arts. The Christer family name may have different variations in spelling over time, reflecting its historical evolution.
Today, the surname Christer serves as a unique identifier of a lineage with a rich history and connection to the cultural tapestry of Britain.
There are approximately 419 people named Christer in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Christer.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Andrew
- James
- Jim
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Claire
- Emma
- Helen
- Janet
- Karen
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tanya
- Valerie
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
- Christ
- Christa
- Christal
- Christan
- Christe
- Christean
- Christee
- Christel
- Christell
- Christelow
- Christen
- Christerson
- Christery
- Christey
- Christi
- Christie
- Christies
- Christil
- Christner
- Christo
- Christoe
- Christoffer
- Christol
- Christoper
- Christopher
- Christor
- Christory
- Christy
- Craister
- Cristau
- Criste
- Cristea
- Crister
- Cristerna
- Christine
- Christophers
- Christou
- Crist
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.