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Craig vs Garrison

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
Garrison Rank #1,799

Garrison is more popular, ranked #1799 vs #1840 for Craig.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Garrison more popular?

Garrison is more popular, ranked #1799 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Craig and Garrison mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Garrison means "son of Garret, son of the spear bearer" (Germanic/English origin).

Are Craig and Garrison boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Garrison is primarily a boy name.

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