Kris vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kris

Boy #3,551 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"follower of Christ, anointed one"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Kris Rank #3,551

Chris Rank #651

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #3551 for Kris.

Is Kris or Chris more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Kris at #3551 in the United States.

What do Kris and Chris mean?

Kris means "follower of Christ, anointed one" (Greek origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Kris and Chris boy or girl names?

Kris is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.