Ivory vs Kris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ivory

Boy #3,444 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ivory; creamy white material"

Origin: English/Latin

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,444
Total SSA Count
34
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kris

Boy #3,551 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"follower of Christ, anointed one"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,551
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ivory Rank #3,444
Kris Rank #3,551

Ivory is more popular, ranked #3444 vs #3551 for Kris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ivory or Kris more popular?

Ivory is more popular, ranked #3444 compared to Kris at #3551 in the United States.

What do Ivory and Kris mean?

Ivory means "ivory; creamy white material" (English/Latin origin). Kris means "follower of Christ, anointed one" (Greek origin).

Are Ivory and Kris boy or girl names?

Ivory is primarily a boy name. Kris is primarily a boy name.

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