Chris vs Keith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

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Chris Rank #651

Keith Rank #758

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #758 for Keith.

Is Chris or Keith more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Chris and Keith mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin).

Are Chris and Keith boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Keith is primarily a boy name.