Chris vs Donovan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #505 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"dark warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Chris Rank #651

Donovan Rank #505

Donovan is more popular, ranked #505 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Chris or Donovan more popular?

Donovan is more popular, ranked #505 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Chris and Donovan mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Donovan means "dark warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Chris and Donovan boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Donovan is primarily a boy name.