Chris vs Drake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Greek Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#651
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Drake

Boy #662 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dragon"

Origin: Old English from Latin draco

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#662
Total SSA Count
414
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Chris Rank #651
Drake Rank #662

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #662 for Drake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chris or Drake more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Drake at #662 in the United States.

What do Chris and Drake mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Drake means "dragon" (Old English from Latin draco origin).

Are Chris and Drake boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Drake is primarily a boy name.

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