Chris vs Philip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #522 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Chris Rank #651

Philip Rank #522

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Chris or Philip more popular?

Philip is more popular, ranked #522 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Chris and Philip mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Chris and Philip boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Philip is primarily a boy name.