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Christophine is a feminine given name primarily of English origin but also with African and Latin roots. [1] The name derives from Saint Christopher. [2] Notable people with the name include:

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  1. https://www.names.org/n/christophine/about
  2. Fumagalli, Maria Cristina (2003). "Names Matter". Journal of Caribbean Literatures. 3 (3): 123–132. ISSN   1086-010X.
  3. https://www.myheritage.com/research/record-10182-3139925/christophine-mutharika-in-biographical-summaries-of-notable-people
  4. http://bornglory.com/person.aspx?p=christophine-mutharika
  5. Raichlen, Steven (1991-12-26). "Chayote: The Most Delicious Squash You've Never Heard Of". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2023-07-20.