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Craig vs Arnold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Craig

Boy #1,840 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rocky cliff, crag"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (creag)

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh British American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,840
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Craig Rank #1,840
Arnold Rank #1,694

Arnold is more popular, ranked #1694 vs #1840 for Craig.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Arnold more popular?

Arnold is more popular, ranked #1694 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Craig and Arnold mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Arnold means "eagle power, eagle ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Craig and Arnold boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Arnold is primarily a boy name.

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