Chris vs Gregory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #538 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"watchful, vigilant, alert"

Origin: Greek

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Chris Rank #651

Gregory Rank #538

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Chris or Gregory more popular?

Gregory is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Chris and Gregory mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Chris and Gregory boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.