Chris vs Ray

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #777 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Chris Rank #651

Ray Rank #777

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #777 for Ray.

Is Chris or Ray more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Ray at #777 in the United States.

What do Chris and Ray mean?

Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin). Ray means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Chris and Ray boy or girl names?

Chris is primarily a boy name. Ray is primarily a boy name.