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Kris is a name of Greek origin, derived from the name Christopher, meaning 'bearer of Christ.' It evolved through various historical forms and is currently seen as a modern and gender-neutral name. Kris has no direct biblical relevance but is linked to Christian connotations through its etymology. The name has gained popularity since the 20th century and is associated with positive traits such as creativity and approachability.

The name Kris is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kris has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kris' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2983rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 443rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 432nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1070th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1853rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2371st out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3512th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 488th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 529th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3113th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8280th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8087th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kris' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.