Holding steady.
Popularity of Chrishon since 1988
Babies named Chrishon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 61 |
| 2000s | 104 |
| 2010s | 60 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Chrishon is a modern American invention from the late 20th century, first appearing on the Social Security rolls in 1988. The name combines the popular root 'Chris' with the trendy suffix 'on', following a pattern seen in names like Jason and Brandon. Its peak usage occurred in 1998, and since then it has remained stable at very low frequency. Because no top states have recorded significant usage, this further underscores its rarity outside of individual family choices. The name reflects a broader trend of creative, blended coinages that emerged in the 1990s, capturing the spirit of individualism in naming.
Chrishon is a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1988. It appears to be a blend of the given name Chris (itself a short form of Christopher, from Greek Christophoros 'bearer of Christ') and the popular suffix -on, seen in names like Jason and Brandon. The name has seen sporadic use, with its peak year in 1998.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chris
Sibling names for Chrishon
Names that share Chrishon's style, for a brother or sister.
