Risto

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Meaning
Short form of the name Kristofer, which means "bearer of Christ"
Scripts(How to write)
Risto is written as "Risto" in the original Finnish language.
Ристо(Macedonian, Serbian)
Pronunciation
REES-to(Finnish)
The name Risto is pronounced ree-sto.
Popularity
Risto is not a very common name outside of Finland, where it is a popular choice for boys.

cartoon of the name Risto
Cartoon of Risto

Risto Name meanings & History

Short form of the name Kristofer, which means "bearer of Christ". Finnish, Estonian, Macedonian and Serbian short form of Christopher. Risto is mainly used in Finland and in Finnish-speaking communities around the world. It is a popular name for boys, and it is often used as a first name or as a nickname.

Zodiac Sign of Risto: Reason Aries

Synonyms of Risto:

R: Reason,Resourceful,Restless,Rational

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

S: Social Standing,Success,Sex,Status,Sensuality,Security,Solidity

T: Tacky,Truth,Testy,Doubting Thomas,Tireless,Talkative,Touchy

O: Obsolete,Obsessive,Ostentatious,Obstinate,Organized

Risto is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

There are several notable people with the name Risto, including Risto Siilasmaa, a Finnish entrepreneur and investor, and Risto Ryti, a former president of Finland.

2.) Risto (Male)

Usage: Finnish

Meanings: (Finnish) a short form of Christopher.

Other Forms: Rysto


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