Clarke vs Kris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kris

Boy #3,551 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"follower of Christ, anointed one"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,551
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Clarke Rank #3,358
Kris Rank #3,551

Clarke is more popular, ranked #3358 vs #3551 for Kris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarke or Kris more popular?

Clarke is more popular, ranked #3358 compared to Kris at #3551 in the United States.

What do Clarke and Kris mean?

Clarke means "clerk, scholar, scribe" (Old English origin). Kris means "follower of Christ, anointed one" (Greek origin).

Are Clarke and Kris boy or girl names?

Clarke is primarily a boy name. Kris is primarily a boy name.

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