Keegan vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keegan

Boy #595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Egan, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin)

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#595
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Keegan Rank #595
Chris Rank #651

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 vs #651 for Chris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keegan or Chris more popular?

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Keegan and Chris mean?

Keegan means "son of Egan, little fire" (Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin) origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Keegan and Chris boy or girl names?

Keegan is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.

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