Chris vs Avi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

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Chris Rank #651

Avi Rank #846

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #846 for Avi.

Is Chris or Avi more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Avi at #846 in the United States.

What do Chris and Avi mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin).

Are Chris and Avi boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Avi is primarily a boy name.