Boy · 1270th of 10,718
Cris
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
4,113
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1960
Peak Popularity Year
190
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Cris stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Cris is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'. It has evolved through various forms in different languages, including Old Spanish and Old French. The name is commonly perceived as friendly and informal today. It gained popularity in the late 20th century as a diminutive form of Christian names. There are several variants such as Chris and Kris, and notable people with this name include Cris Carter and Crispin Glover.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/krɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Cris is derived from the Latin name 'Christianus', which means 'follower of Christ'. It is often considered a diminutive form of the name 'Christopher' or 'Cristian'.
Meaning
follower of Christ
Language Evolution
Christianus (Latin), Cristian (Old Spanish), Cristofor (Old French), Cris (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a short form of Christian names, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Chris, Krist, Kris, Cristo
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cris is viewed as a modern and informal name, often associated with friendliness and approachability.
Famous People
Cris Carter - Former American football wide receiver, Cris Judd - American dancer and choreographer, Crispin Glover - American actor and filmmaker
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 190 peak births in 1960
Geographic Spread
Popular across 17 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 13 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4320th of 7545 | 51 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3673rd of 6773 | 73 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 925th of 7552 | 1,219 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1270th of 10718 | 709 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3186th of 16616 | 283 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3379th of 24088 | 460 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5151st of 23106 | 219 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1696th of 12526 | 733 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3494th of 19264 | 297 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16689th of 27321 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24119th of 35406 | 23 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |