Chris

kris'kriss'1 syllable
🇬🇷Greek
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MEANING

Bearer of Christ

ORIGIN

Christian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Greek name 'Christos', meaning 'anointed one'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used as a short form for Christian names.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used since early Christian times as a name for followers of Christ.

🇬🇧English
Crisp

MEANING

Follower of Christ

ORIGIN

Christian

ETYMOLOGY

Shortened form of Christopher or Christina.

CULTURAL NOTES

Commonly used in English-speaking countries.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Gained popularity in the 20th century as a standalone name.

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