Chris vs Lance

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #843 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"spear, lance"

Origin: French/Latin

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Chris Rank #651

Lance Rank #843

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #843 for Lance.

Is Chris or Lance more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Lance at #843 in the United States.

What do Chris and Lance mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin).

Are Chris and Lance boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Lance is primarily a boy name.