Kris
Meaning
Short form of Kristian, Kristoffer and other names beginning with Kris.
Origin
Scandinavian
Pronunciation
/krɪs/
Traits associated with the name Kris:
Dogs named Kris tend to be loving, resilient, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Kris?
That you have a creative and unique sense of humor.
Is Kris a good dog name?
Kris is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Kris isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Kris is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Kris was, in the past month, the 5344th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2024, Kris is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Kris was viewed 19 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Kris's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Kris is most adored in Washington, California and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oregon, Georgia and District of Columbia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kris.
Kris is found in these categories:
winter
Derived from Kris Kringle, a popular moniker for Santa Claus, often associated with cold, festive season.
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