Kris vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Kris Rank #3,551
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3551 for Kris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kris ___

  • Kris Allen
  • Kris James
  • Kris Lee
  • Kris Michael
  • Kris Paul
  • Kris Ryan

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kris

Kyle Kurt Kim Kara Brett

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kris or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kris at #3551 in the United States.

What do Kris and Theodore mean?

Kris means "follower of Christ, anointed one" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kris and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kris is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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