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Chrétien is the French form of the Latin name Christianus, meaning follower of Christ, itself derived from the Greek Christos, meaning anointed one. The name became widespread across medieval Europe as Christianity took hold, used to denote someone of the Christian faith. Its most celebrated medieval bearer is Chrétien de Troyes, the twelfth-century French poet credited with composing foundational Arthurian romances including stories of Lancelot and Perceval. Related forms include Christian, Cristian, Cristiano, and the feminine Chrétienne.