Craig vs Baylen

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

Popularity Comparison

Craig Rank #1,840
Baylen Rank #1,731

Baylen is more popular, ranked #1731 vs #1840 for Craig.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Baylen more popular?

Baylen is more popular, ranked #1731 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Craig and Baylen mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Baylen means "from the bailey (castle wall)" (Old French origin).

Are Craig and Baylen boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Baylen is primarily a boy name.

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