Chris vs Hugh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

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Chris Rank #651

Hugh Rank #765

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #765 for Hugh.

Is Chris or Hugh more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Chris and Hugh mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Chris and Hugh boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Hugh is primarily a boy name.