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Cris vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cris

Boy #6,048 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bearer of Christ"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Italian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,048
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Greek Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#651
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cris Rank #6,048
Chris Rank #651

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #6048 for Cris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cris or Chris more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Cris at #6048 in the United States.

What do Cris and Chris mean?

Cris means "bearer of Christ" (Greek origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Cris and Chris boy or girl names?

Cris is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.

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