Keith vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Keith Rank #758

Chris Rank #651

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #758 for Keith.

Is Keith or Chris more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Keith and Chris mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Keith and Chris boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.