Chris vs Damon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Chris Rank #651

Damon Rank #456

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Chris or Damon more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Chris and Damon mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Chris and Damon boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.