Cris
Cris is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Anointed; bearer of Christ.
Origin and history
Cris is a short form of names like Christian or Christopher, both derived from Greek roots referring to Christ. It has been used independently in the United States for decades as a modern, streamlined choice. While uncommon as a legal full name, it remains easily recognizable.
Popularity in the United States
3,033 babies in the United States have been named Cris since 1880. It ranks #2345 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1829.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.3 %)
- TX (28.6 %)
- OH (6.1 %)
- MI (4.6 %)
- NY (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 27 |
| 1920-1930 | 29 |
| 1930-1940 | 22 |
| 1940-1950 | 159 |
| 1950-1960 | 624 |
| 1960-1970 | 806 |
| 1970-1980 | 361 |
| 1980-1990 | 190 |
| 1990-2000 | 176 |
| 2000-2010 | 307 |
| 2010-2019 | 229 |
| 2020-2029 | 98 |
Fun facts
- Cris is an alternative spelling to the more common Chris, offering a streamlined single-syllable option.
- More than 3,000 boys in the United States have been registered with the exact legal name Cris since 1880.