Chris vs Corey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #679 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hollow, ravine"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Chris Rank #651

Corey Rank #679

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #679 for Corey.

Is Chris or Corey more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Chris and Corey mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Chris and Corey boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.