Chris: Meaning, Popularity, Origin of Baby Name Chris | Boys
Origin of the name Chris:
Short form of Christian, derived from the Latin christiānus (a Christian, a follower of Christ), which is from the Greek christianos (a Christian, a follower of Christ). Short: Chris
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Christ-bearer
shortened form of Christopher
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Chris Gorman, an American photographer and drummer who used to play alongside with his brother Tom in alternative rock band Belly.
Chris Brown, American singer
Chris "Beanie" Wells, American football running back for the Arizona Cardinals.
Chris Samuels, American football offensive tackle for the Washington Redskins.
Chris Rock, American actor and comedian.
Chris Johnson, American football running back for the Tennessee Titans
Chris Cooper, American actor.
Chris Pine, American actor.
Chris Dodd, U.S. senator for Connecticut
Chris Colfer, American actor (Glee), won a Golden Globe- Chris in song, story & screen: | Edit
Chris Redfield, main character and protagonist in the Resident Evil series.
Chris Halliwell, character from "Charmed", second son of Leo Wyatt and Piper Halliwell, middle child of his brother, Wyatt and sister, Melinda.
Chris Griffin, character on Family Guy.
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Current Popularity of Chris by State
Global Popularity of the Name Chris
- #213 in Norway
- #348 in United States
