Cris
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Courteous, well-bred
Origin: Old French/English
Popularity: Ranked #6196 in 2025 with 14 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Curtis. Shares the meaning 'Courteous, well-bred.'
Similar names: criss, crissy, caris, carissa, chris, chriss, chrissa, chrissy
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Cris? About 1 in 237,750 babies born in 2025 were named Cris, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Cris
What does the name Cris mean?
Cris means “Courteous, well-bred” from Old French/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Cris?
Cris has Old French/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Courteous, well-bred”.
How popular is Cris?
Cris ranked #6143 in 2025 — given to 14 babies that year.
When was Cris most popular?
Cris peaked in 1960 with 115 babies registered that year.
Is Cris a boy or girl name?
Cris is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 73% of Criss are boys and 27% are girls.
Is the name Cris rising or falling in popularity?
Cris has risen 1422 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #7565 in 2020 to #6143 in 2025.
How long has Cris been recorded?
Cris appears in birth records across 100 years — from 1885 through 2025.