Dennis vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dennis

Boy #708 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"follower of Dionysus"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Dennis Rank #708

Chris Rank #651

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #708 for Dennis.

Is Dennis or Chris more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Dennis at #708 in the United States.

What do Dennis and Chris mean?

Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Dennis and Chris boy or girl names?

Dennis is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.