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Craig vs Daryl

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
Daryl Rank #2,002

Craig is more popular, ranked #1840 vs #2002 for Daryl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Daryl more popular?

Craig is more popular, ranked #1840 compared to Daryl at #2002 in the United States.

What do Craig and Daryl mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Daryl means "from Airelle (Norman village)" (Norman French origin).

Are Craig and Daryl boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Daryl is primarily a boy name.

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