Chris vs Alexis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

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Chris Rank #651

Alexis Rank #485

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Chris or Alexis more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Chris and Alexis mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin).

Are Chris and Alexis boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Alexis is primarily a boy name.