Kris vs Clarke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Clarke

Boy #3,358 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clerk, scholar, scribe"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,358
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kris Rank #3,551
Clarke Rank #3,358

Clarke is more popular, ranked #3358 vs #3551 for Kris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kris or Clarke more popular?

Clarke is more popular, ranked #3358 compared to Kris at #3551 in the United States.

What do Kris and Clarke mean?

Kris means "follower of Christ, anointed one" (Greek origin). Clarke means "clerk, scholar, scribe" (Old English origin).

Are Kris and Clarke boy or girl names?

Kris is primarily a boy name. Clarke is primarily a boy name.

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