Chris vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Chris Rank #651

Phillip Rank #627

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Chris or Phillip more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Chris and Phillip mean?

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

Are Chris and Phillip boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.