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Craig vs Dan

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
Dan Rank #1,931

Craig is more popular, ranked #1840 vs #1931 for Dan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Dan more popular?

Craig is more popular, ranked #1840 compared to Dan at #1931 in the United States.

What do Craig and Dan mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Craig and Dan boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Dan is primarily a boy name.

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