Kraig name meaning
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What does Kraig mean?
The widespread boy name Kraig is used primarily in English is originated from Celtic. Kraig is a variant of popular and ever lasting Craig. Originated from Old Irish and Celtic, Widespread Craig, Craig means "Dweller by the Crag, From Near the Crag and Rock" is used primarily in Scottish and English.
How do I pronounce Kraig?
Two syllabled Kraig is pronounced as k-raig.
Variants of Kraig
How popular is the name Kraig?
Kraig used to be a common name in United States, first appeared in 1939 and over 5938 babies have been given the name in 78 years. At the peak of its usage in 1968,.
However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 78 years. Kraig is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, chances of it being still in use are very slim.
Also, Kraig is a familiar name in England and Canada. At least, 8000 people globally have been given the name as per our findings.
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 10563 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8866 | 8 |
| 2018 | 10744 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9680 | 7 |
| 2016 | 8809 | 8 |
| 2014 | 12097 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6302 | 13 |
| 2011 | 5943 | 14 |
| 2010 | 8134 | 9 |
| 2009 | 6090 | 14 |
Facts
What numbers say about Kraig?
When it comes to relationships, you hate monogamy and easily fall in and out of love. It's time you realize that your life success and accomplishments don't depend on other people and their opinion of you but on you and your opinion of yourself. Follow your gut, not people. You are not like other people. You can't get used to a boring life and monotony. The letter K as a cornerstone stands for energy, strong character and beliefs, and authority.
Other names similar to Kraig
- Kellina - Kellina's meaning is Churches, The Word Ceall with the Meaning Church Monastery and Bright-headed is a girl name which came from Celtic is used specifically in English. Kellina is resulted from Kelly.
- Karnea - Karneas origin is Celtic, meaning of Karnea is "Warlike" is a boy name. Karnea is resulted from Kearney.
- Neala - Originated from Sanskrit and Celtic, Offbeat Neala in general bestowed upon baby girls, Neala means "Champion" is used especially in English and Irish
- Kalie - Widespread girl name Kalie is used chiefly in English and Arabic, Kalie means "Laurel or Descendant of Caollaidhe" is originated from Old Irish and Celtic
- Gwen-aëlle - The Gwen-aëlle is rooted from Celtic, meaning of Gwen-aëlle is "Happy or Angel or White"
Famous people named Kraig
- Kraig Kann, former on-air personality on Golf Channel and current chief communications officer of the LPGA
- Kraig Grady, US-Australian composer/sound artist
- Kraig Metzinger, American former child actor
- Kraig Kinser, American race car driver
- Kraig Paulsen, State Representative from the 67th District
Lists having Kraig
- Boy names beginning with K
- American Boy Names
- Celtic Boy Names
- English Boy Names
- Baby Names that mean Dweller
- Baby Names that mean Rock
- Baby Names that mean Rocky
Sources
- Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
- Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths