Kris vs Welles

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
Welles Rank #3,522

Welles is more popular, ranked #3522 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

Welles ___

  • Welles James
  • Welles Henry
  • Welles Thomas
  • Welles Edward
  • Welles Arthur
  • Welles George

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kris

Kyle Kurt Kim Kara Brett

If you choose Welles

Arden Monroe Cary Marlowe Bette

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kris or Welles more popular?

Welles is more popular, ranked #3522 compared to Kris at #3551 in the United States.

What do Kris and Welles mean?

Kris means "follower of Christ, anointed one" (Greek origin). Welles means "from the spring or well" (Old English origin).

Are Kris and Welles boy or girl names?

Kris is primarily a boy name. Welles is primarily a boy name.

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