Usage, description and more for Risto
Gender: Male
Origin: ![FI](/sys_files/flaggor/FI.png)
Finland
Also available in
Estonian,
Finnish,
Risto is used in
Estonia
Finland
North Macedonia
Serbia
Countries where Risto has name day
Risto has a name day in
Estonia and Risto's next name day is November 13.
Risto has a name day in
Finland and Risto's next name day is Mars 15.
Risto
Risto is a male name with Finnish and Slavic origins. In Finnish, it is a short form of the name "Ristomatti," which combines the elements "risto" meaning "Christian" and "matti" meaning "gift of God." The name carries the beautiful meaning of "gift of God to the Christian." In Slavic languages, Risto is a variant of the name "Christo," which is derived from the Greek word for "anointed one," referring to Jesus Christ. The name is used in various countries with different pronunciations and slight variations in spelling. Namedays may be celebrated for Risto in regions where it is a common name. Overall, Risto is a name rich in religious connotations and symbolizes divine blessings and faith.