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 Hristo Stoichkov, the celebrated Bulgarian footballer. Related forms include Hristos, Kristo, Christos, and Kristos.