Chris vs Colby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #582 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark man's settlement, coal-black farm"

Origin: Old Norse

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Chris Rank #651

Colby Rank #582

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Chris or Colby more popular?

Colby is more popular, ranked #582 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Chris and Colby mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Colby means "dark man's settlement, coal-black farm" (Old Norse origin).

Are Chris and Colby boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Colby is primarily a boy name.