Boy Name · English Origin
Kriss
Kriss is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Pure hearted". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Kriss often also consider Kregg.
Kriss meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Pure hearted
Origin: English naming roots help connect Kriss to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Kriss as K·R·I·S·S, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Kriss is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Kriss variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Krissa, Krisse, Krissy, Kris.
- Nicknames: Kri and K.
- Middle names: Pair Kriss with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Kriss middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Kregg, Kreg, Kris, Kraig, Karis — full picks on the sibling names for Kriss guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Kriss? Browse our names like Kriss guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Kriss
What does the name Kriss mean?
Kriss means "Pure hearted" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Kriss?
Kriss originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Kriss?
Kriss has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Kriss a boy's or girl's name?
Kriss is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Kriss in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kriss sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Kriss?
Names that share Kriss's sound and style include Kregg, Kreg, Kris, Kraig, Karis.
What middle names pair well with Kriss?
Good middle-name fits for Kriss pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Kriss is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Kriss is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Kriss?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Kriss share its rhythm without rhyming — Kregg, Kreg, Kris all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.