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Yes, the vast majority of historians, including those who are not religious, agree that Jesus of Nazareth, a Jewish man who lived in the 1st century AD, existed as a historical figure, and Christianity was later built upon his life and teachings.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

Historical Consensus:

The question of Jesus' historicity was generally settled in scholarship in the early 20th century, with most scholars now agreeing that he existed.

Distinction between "Jesus of History" and "Christ of Faith":

Scholars make a distinction between the historical Jesus and the figure of Christ as portrayed in religious texts and beliefs.

Evidence for Existence:

Extrabiblical Sources:
Jewish and Roman historians, such as Josephus and Tacitus, mention Jesus, providing evidence beyond the New Testament.

Early Christian Writings:

The letters of Paul, some of the earliest surviving Christian writings, reference Jesus and his followers, including eyewitnesses like Jesus' brother James.

Lack of Debate in Antiquity:

There's no indication that writers in antiquity who opposed Christianity questioned the existence of Jesus.

Specific Events:

While there's no consensus on all elements of the biblical story, two events are widely accepted as historical: Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist and his crucifixion by the order of the Roman Prefect Pontius Pilate.