Chris vs Alden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Chris Rank #651

Alden Rank #577

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Chris or Alden more popular?

Alden is more popular, ranked #577 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Chris and Alden mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin).

Are Chris and Alden boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Alden is primarily a boy name.