Kriss

Gender
Unisex (Masculine & Feminine | Boys and Girls)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
As a variant of Chris, Kriss shares the same meaning, "Christ-bearer."
Pronunciation
Krih-ss.
Kriss can be pronounced with a short "i" sound, as in "Kris," or with a long "e" sound, as in "Kr-eese."
Popularity
The popularity of Kriss as a baby name varies depending on the country. In the United States, Kriss is not among the top 1,000 baby names. However, in countries such as Estonia and Finland, Kriss ranks among the top 100 baby names for boys.

cartoon of the name Kriss
Cartoon of Kriss

Kriss Name meanings & History

Kriss is a variant of the name Chris, short for Christopher. The name Christopher comes from the Greek name Χριστόφορος (Christóforos), which means "Christ-bearer.". As a variant of Chris, Kriss shares the same meaning, "Christ-bearer.". Variant of Kris. Kriss is a versatile name that can be used for both boys and girls. It is a popular choice for parents who are looking for a unique and modern name that is easy to spell and pronounce.

Zodiac Sign of Kriss: Kundalini (Hindu, for power) Scorpio

Synonyms of Kriss:

K: Kind,Karate,Karma,Kundalini

R: Reason,Restless,Resourceful,Rational

I: Involved,Intimate,Indulgence

S: Success,Security,Solidity,Sensuality,Sex,Status,Social Standing

Kriss is:

  • a Common name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Upper Class name

Famous People

There are several famous people with the name Kriss, including Kriss Akabusi, a retired British athlete, and Kriss Turner, an American screenwriter and producer.

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