Kraig
Kraig is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
From the crag, rock, or rocky hill.
Origin and history
Kraig is a modern spelling variant of the classic masculine name Craig, which derives from a Gaelic word for a rocky outcrop or crag. Popularized mid-century alongside its traditional counterpart, it offers a distinctive 'K' initial. Its usage in the United States peaked in the late 20th century and has since become relatively rare.
Popularity in the United States
5,951 babies in the United States have been named Kraig since 1880. It ranks #1568 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1921.
States where it is most popular
- CA (13.3 %)
- MI (12.4 %)
- OH (10.3 %)
- IL (10.2 %)
- MN (8.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 7 |
| 1940-1950 | 132 |
| 1950-1960 | 707 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,845 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,245 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,060 |
| 1990-2000 | 679 |
| 2000-2010 | 200 |
| 2010-2019 | 70 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Famous people named Kraig
- Kraig Metzinger: Actor
Fun facts
- Kraig emerged as a modern phonetic variation of the traditional surname and given name Craig.
- Like Craig, the name stems from the Celtic word 'creag', which refers to a sharp or steep rock.