At a Glance
- Meaning
- Short form of Christopher or Kristina, from the Greek word for Christ
- Origin
- English (short form)
- Gender
- Unisex
- Pronunciation
- KRIS
Kris is an English (short form) unisex name meaning “short form of Christopher or Kristina, from the Greek word for Christ”. It appears in our list of Filipino Baby Names Rooted in Heritage.
Meaning & Origin of Kris
Meaning: Short form of Christopher or Kristina, from the Greek word for Christ.
Origin: English (short form).
A common claim: Kris means 'double-edged blade,' referencing the Filipino/Malay kalis or kris dagger. Actually: This is wordplay based on similar sound, not the name's real origin — Kris actually comes from Christopher or Kristina, ultimately from the Greek word for Christ.
How to Pronounce Kris
KRISIPA /krɪs/
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