Craig

scottishenglishBoy★★★☆☆ Moderate

Origin and Meaning

The name Craig is a boy's name of scottish and english origin meaning “rocky hill”.

Craig is a straightforward and solid name that has its roots in Scottish and English origins, meaning 'rocky hill'. It became popular in the mid-20th century, especially in English-speaking countries. Familiar and strong, Craig brings to mind a dependable and approachable personality. Though it doesn't hold the popularity it once did, Craig remains a timeless choice, with notable figures like actor Craig T. Nelson adding to its recognition. It's a name that feels reliable and traditional without being overly common today.

At a Glance

Originscottish, english
GenderBoy
Meaningrocky hill
Popularity★★★☆☆ (5/10)
Syllables1
Starts withC
Stylesclassic, short

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