Chris
Chris: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /kɚɪs/
Meaning and origin of Chris
- A diminutive of the male given names Christopher and (less commonly) Christian.
- A diminutive of the female given name (along with other variant forms) Christina.
How popular is Chris?
Since 1880, 22,955 girls and 147,462 boys in the U.S. have been named Chris (13% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #215 in 1961. Its highest rank for boys was #55 in 1966. In 2025 it ranked #646 for boys, with 431 babies given the name.
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Chris FAQ
What does the name Chris mean?
A diminutive of the male given names Christopher and (less commonly) Christian. A diminutive of the female given name (along with other variant forms) Christina.
How popular is the name Chris?
Since 1880, 22,955 girls and 147,462 boys in the U.S. have been named Chris (13% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #215 in 1961. Its highest rank for boys was #55 in 1966. In 2025 it ranked #646 for boys, with 431 babies given the name.
Is Chris a boy or girl name?
Chris is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (22,955 girls and 147,462 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880â2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.