Chris
boy name#646 in 2025Chris entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #55 in 1966, ranks #646 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#646
rank today
#55
peak (1966)
431
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #233 |
| 1890s | #284 |
| 1900s | #368 |
| 1910s | #467 |
| 1920s | #471 |
| 1930s | #411 |
| 1940s | #248 |
| 1950s | #139 |
| 1960s | #61 |
| 1970s | #123 |
| 1980s | #325 |
| 1990s | #442 |
| 2000s | #374 |
| 2010s | #510 |
| 2020s | #679 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Chris has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 119,000 people named Chris are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chris alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chris in 2025?
- Chris ranks #646 among US boy names in 2025, with 431 babies given the name.
- When was the name Chris most popular?
- Chris peaked in 1966, reaching #55 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chris with classmates?
- Chris will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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