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Craig vs Brayson

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
Brayson Rank #1,830

Brayson is more popular, ranked #1830 vs #1840 for Craig.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Brayson more popular?

Brayson is more popular, ranked #1830 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Craig and Brayson mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Brayson means "son of the brave one" (American Modern origin).

Are Craig and Brayson boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Brayson is primarily a boy name.

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