Chris vs Kris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #3,551 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"follower of Christ, anointed one"

Origin: Greek

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Chris Rank #651

Kris Rank #3,551

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #3551 for Kris.

Is Chris or Kris more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Kris at #3551 in the United States.

What do Chris and Kris mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Kris means "follower of Christ, anointed one" (Greek origin).

Are Chris and Kris boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Kris is primarily a boy name.