Kris Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkris / krɪsGreek; Scandinavian; English
Meaning
Greek: bearer of Christ; Scandinavian: short form of Christian; English: variant of Christopher
Historical & Cultural Background
Kris is often used as a diminutive of names like Christopher or Christian. It has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is associated with Christmas due to its connection to Christ. It has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to boys.
Trend Summary
Kris has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1970s and 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chris
- Kristopher
- Kristian
International Variants
- Kris (Dutch)
- Kris (Norwegian)
- Kris (Swedish)
Famous people named Kris
Kris Allen is an American singer-songwriter known for winning the eighth season of American Idol.
Kris Jenner is an American television personality and businesswoman, recognized for her role in the reality TV series Keeping Up with the Kardashians.
Kris Bryant is a professional baseball player who has played for the Chicago Cubs and is known for winning the 2016 World Series.
Kris Kristofferson is an American singer-songwriter and actor, acclaimed for his contributions to country music.
Fictional characters named Kris
Kris is a character in the video game Deltarune, serving as the main protagonist.
Kris is a character in the animated series The Amazing World of Gumball, known for being a friend of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kris was first seen in the United States in 1937. Kris has ranked as high as #690 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California, New York, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kris has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kris (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 36 |
| 1945 | 26 |
| 1946 | 53 |
| 1947 | 60 |
| 1948 | 94 |
| 1949 | 107 |
| 1950 | 106 |
| 1951 | 145 |
| 1952 | 216 |
| 1953 | 193 |
| 1954 | 204 |
| 1955 | 239 |
| 1956 | 267 |
| 1957 | 358 |
| 1958 | 438 |
| 1959 | 468 |
| 1960 | 467 |
| 1961 | 503 |
| 1962 | 513 |
| 1963 | 504 |
| 1964 | 433 |
| 1965 | 409 |
| 1966 | 357 |
| 1967 | 319 |
| 1968 | 282 |
| 1969 | 365 |
| 1970 | 415 |
| 1971 | 397 |
| 1972 | 399 |
| 1973 | 356 |
| 1974 | 416 |
| 1975 | 323 |
| 1976 | 298 |
| 1977 | 398 |
| 1978 | 380 |
| 1979 | 299 |
| 1980 | 214 |
| 1981 | 159 |
| 1982 | 125 |
| 1983 | 111 |
| 1984 | 121 |
| 1985 | 98 |
| 1986 | 92 |
| 1987 | 100 |
| 1988 | 91 |
| 1989 | 73 |
| 1990 | 79 |
| 1991 | 61 |
| 1992 | 86 |
| 1993 | 66 |
| 1994 | 67 |
| 1995 | 65 |
| 1996 | 65 |
| 1997 | 60 |
| 1998 | 63 |
| 1999 | 55 |
| 2000 | 56 |
| 2001 | 74 |
| 2002 | 72 |
| 2003 | 59 |
| 2004 | 63 |
| 2005 | 73 |
| 2006 | 87 |
| 2007 | 82 |
| 2008 | 80 |
| 2009 | 102 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2012 | 72 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 63 |
| 2015 | 58 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2017 | 74 |
| 2018 | 73 |
| 2019 | 83 |
| 2020 | 65 |
| 2021 | 59 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 32 |