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Hamish vs Cris

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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Popularity Comparison

Hamish Rank #6,152
Cris Rank #6,048

Cris is more popular, ranked #6048 vs #6152 for Hamish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamish or Cris more popular?

Cris is more popular, ranked #6048 compared to Hamish at #6152 in the United States.

What do Hamish and Cris mean?

Hamish means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Gaelic origin). Cris means "bearer of Christ" (Greek origin).

Are Hamish and Cris boy or girl names?

Hamish is primarily a boy name. Cris is primarily a boy name.

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