Riggs vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Greek Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#651
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Riggs Rank #669
Chris Rank #651

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #669 for Riggs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riggs or Chris more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Riggs at #669 in the United States.

What do Riggs and Chris mean?

Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Riggs and Chris boy or girl names?

Riggs is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.

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