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Denver vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Denver Rank #487
Chris Rank #651

Denver is more popular, ranked #487 vs #651 for Chris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denver or Chris more popular?

Denver is more popular, ranked #487 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Denver and Chris mean?

Denver means "from the green valley" (English origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Denver and Chris boy or girl names?

Denver is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.

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