Kraig Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKRAYG / /kreɪɡ/Scottish; Irish
Meaning
Scottish: rock; Irish: from the marsh
Historical & Cultural Background
Kraig is a variant of the name Craig, which is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word 'creag,' meaning rock or crag. The name has been used in Scotland for centuries and is often associated with geographical features. In Irish contexts, it can also refer to a place near a marsh. The name has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Kraig has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Craig
International Variants
- Kraig (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kraig was first seen in the United States in 1939. Kraig has ranked as high as #885 nationally, which occurred in 1968, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Kraig has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kraig (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 30 |
| 1948 | 21 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 35 |
| 1951 | 37 |
| 1952 | 43 |
| 1953 | 67 |
| 1954 | 54 |
| 1955 | 70 |
| 1956 | 79 |
| 1957 | 75 |
| 1958 | 125 |
| 1959 | 122 |
| 1960 | 161 |
| 1961 | 187 |
| 1962 | 204 |
| 1963 | 181 |
| 1964 | 183 |
| 1965 | 192 |
| 1966 | 164 |
| 1967 | 172 |
| 1968 | 212 |
| 1969 | 189 |
| 1970 | 212 |
| 1971 | 180 |
| 1972 | 152 |
| 1973 | 125 |
| 1974 | 99 |
| 1975 | 110 |
| 1976 | 93 |
| 1977 | 81 |
| 1978 | 90 |
| 1979 | 103 |
| 1980 | 89 |
| 1981 | 87 |
| 1982 | 105 |
| 1983 | 96 |
| 1984 | 110 |
| 1985 | 105 |
| 1986 | 116 |
| 1987 | 120 |
| 1988 | 133 |
| 1989 | 98 |
| 1990 | 116 |
| 1991 | 89 |
| 1992 | 94 |
| 1993 | 62 |
| 1994 | 68 |
| 1995 | 60 |
| 1996 | 64 |
| 1997 | 46 |
| 1998 | 43 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |