Kraig
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kraig first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 5,812 babies have been named Kraig in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kraig is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,653 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,653
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Kraig
Kraig is a boy name .
Kraig is currently ranked #20,653 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kraig include Kra, Kry, Krie, and Krakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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