Craig Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkrayg / /kreɪɡ/Scottish; Gaelic
Meaning
Scottish: rocky; Gaelic: crag
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Craig is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word 'creag,' meaning 'rock' or 'crag.' It has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name became popular in Scotland and has spread to other English-speaking countries. It is often associated with the rugged landscapes of Scotland.
Trend Summary
Craig was most popular in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, but has seen a decline in usage since then.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kraig
International Variants
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Famous people named Craig
Craig David is a British singer-songwriter known for his hit songs in the R&B genre.
Craig Ferguson is a Scottish-American comedian and television host, recognized for his late-night talk show.
Craig T. Nelson is an American actor famous for his roles in television series and films.
Craig McCracken is an American animator and creator of popular animated series such as 'The Powerpuff Girls.'.
Fictional characters named Craig
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Craig was first seen in the United States in 1881. Craig has ranked as high as #76 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Craig has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Craig (1963)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 1,002 | |
| NY | 658 | |
| MI | 507 | |
| PA | 472 | |
| OH | 431 | |
| IL | 430 | |
| MN | 288 | |
| WI | 236 | |
| IA | 228 | |
| MO | 227 | |
| MA | 176 | |
| LA | 175 | |
| WA | 172 | |
| IN | 172 | |
| FL | 155 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1894 | 8 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 9 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 16 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 10 |
| 1909 | 12 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 26 |
| 1913 | 37 |
| 1914 | 38 |
| 1915 | 72 |
| 1916 | 57 |
| 1917 | 59 |
| 1918 | 89 |
| 1919 | 57 |
| 1920 | 77 |
| 1921 | 80 |
| 1922 | 81 |
| 1923 | 112 |
| 1924 | 87 |
| 1925 | 97 |
| 1926 | 80 |
| 1927 | 102 |
| 1928 | 85 |
| 1929 | 106 |
| 1930 | 105 |
| 1931 | 112 |
| 1932 | 106 |
| 1933 | 111 |
| 1934 | 138 |
| 1935 | 170 |
| 1936 | 205 |
| 1937 | 330 |
| 1938 | 321 |
| 1939 | 348 |
| 1940 | 384 |
| 1941 | 539 |
| 1942 | 892 |
| 1943 | 1,132 |
| 1944 | 1,321 |
| 1945 | 1,597 |
| 1946 | 2,471 |
| 1947 | 3,640 |
| 1948 | 3,986 |
| 1949 | 4,327 |
| 1950 | 4,888 |
| 1951 | 5,623 |
| 1952 | 6,187 |
| 1953 | 6,460 |
| 1954 | 7,180 |
| 1955 | 7,447 |
| 1956 | 7,422 |
| 1957 | 7,069 |
| 1958 | 7,272 |
| 1959 | 9,932 |
| 1960 | 10,720 |
| 1961 | 10,233 |
| 1962 | 8,548 |
| 1963 | 7,895 |
| 1964 | 7,751 |
| 1965 | 7,876 |
| 1966 | 7,733 |
| 1967 | 7,310 |
| 1968 | 7,862 |
| 1969 | 8,783 |
| 1970 | 9,367 |
| 1971 | 7,958 |
| 1972 | 6,731 |
| 1973 | 6,294 |
| 1974 | 5,539 |
| 1975 | 5,112 |
| 1976 | 4,732 |
| 1977 | 4,561 |
| 1978 | 4,473 |
| 1979 | 4,028 |
| 1980 | 4,235 |
| 1981 | 4,095 |
| 1982 | 4,022 |
| 1983 | 4,085 |
| 1984 | 3,959 |
| 1985 | 3,954 |
| 1986 | 3,926 |
| 1987 | 3,364 |
| 1988 | 3,306 |
| 1989 | 3,156 |
| 1990 | 2,907 |
| 1991 | 2,399 |
| 1992 | 2,070 |
| 1993 | 1,837 |
| 1994 | 1,507 |
| 1995 | 1,355 |
| 1996 | 1,198 |
| 1997 | 1,098 |
| 1998 | 880 |
| 1999 | 854 |
| 2000 | 808 |
| 2001 | 682 |
| 2002 | 689 |
| 2003 | 607 |
| 2004 | 523 |
| 2005 | 504 |
| 2006 | 463 |
| 2007 | 471 |
| 2008 | 428 |
| 2009 | 367 |
| 2010 | 362 |
| 2011 | 272 |
| 2012 | 291 |
| 2013 | 268 |
| 2014 | 228 |
| 2015 | 236 |
| 2016 | 237 |
| 2017 | 209 |
| 2018 | 161 |
| 2019 | 205 |
| 2020 | 149 |
| 2021 | 125 |
| 2022 | 121 |
| 2023 | 114 |
| 2024 | 88 |