Hristo

Hristo is the Bulgarian and Macedonian form of the Greek name Christos, derived from the Greek word christos, meaning anointed, itself a translation of the Hebrew Mashiach, or Messiah. The name refers directly to Jesus Christ in Christian tradition and has been widely used across Orthodox Christian cultures. Notable bearers include the Bulgarian football player Hristo Stoichkov, celebrated for his career with FC Barcelona and the Bulgarian national team. Related forms include Hristos, Kristo, and Christos.