Kester Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Kester is listed in our database as a boy name of Greek origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Christopher: From the Greek word meaning 'carrier of Christ', Famous bearer: St Christopher, patron Saint of travellers, is believed to have carried the Christ-child across a river”.

Kester Name at a Glance

Name Kester
Meaning Diminutive of Christopher: From the Greek word meaning 'carrier of Christ', Famous bearer: St Christopher, patron Saint of travellers, is believed to have carried the Christ-child across a river.
Origin Greek
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Kester Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Kester means “Diminutive of Christopher: From the Greek word meaning 'carrier of Christ', Famous bearer: St Christopher, patron Saint of travellers, is believed to have carried the Christ-child across a river”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Kester Name Origin

Our database records Kester under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Kester a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Kester is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

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