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Kris vs Johnson

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

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Popularity Comparison

Kris Rank #3,551
Johnson Rank #3,553

Kris is more popular, ranked #3551 vs #3553 for Johnson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kris or Johnson more popular?

Kris is more popular, ranked #3551 compared to Johnson at #3553 in the United States.

What do Kris and Johnson mean?

Kris means "follower of Christ, anointed one" (Greek origin). Johnson means "son of John" (English origin).

Are Kris and Johnson boy or girl names?

Kris is primarily a boy name. Johnson is primarily a boy name.

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