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Craig vs Octavius

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
Octavius Rank #2,013

Craig is more popular, ranked #1840 vs #2013 for Octavius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Octavius more popular?

Craig is more popular, ranked #1840 compared to Octavius at #2013 in the United States.

What do Craig and Octavius mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Octavius means "eighth-born" (Latin origin).

Are Craig and Octavius boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Octavius is primarily a boy name.

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