Kris

Kris is a short form of the Greek-derived name Kristopher or Kristian, ultimately rooted in the Greek Khristos, meaning anointed one, itself a translation of the Hebrew Mashiakh. It emerged as an independent given name in Scandinavian and English-speaking countries during the twentieth century, often used for both males and females. The name shares its heritage with Christopher, Christine, and Krisztián, among other cognates across European languages.