Hugh vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Hugh Rank #765

Chris Rank #651

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #765 for Hugh.

Is Hugh or Chris more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Chris mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Hugh and Chris boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.