US Popularity:3164
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:rock, rocky
Craig is a masculine name of Scottish, Gaelic, and Welsh origins. Coming from the Gaelic word creag, this name translates to “rock” or “rocky.” It also comes from the word “crag,” which describes a steep, rugged cliff that makes for a stunning sight on the Scottish coast. Whether you want baby to appreciate the beauty of the Earth, or embrace their adventurous, trekking side, the name Craig will make for mountain-high inspiration.

Famous People Named Craig

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  • Craig Ferguson
    Comedian

Craig Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Craig is currently #1522 on The Bump
Boy:Craig is currently #427 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Craig is currently #3164 in U.S. births
Boy:Craig is currently #1013 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#3164
in 2022
- 89
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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