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Craig vs Steve

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
Steve Rank #1,693

Steve is more popular, ranked #1693 vs #1840 for Craig.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Steve more popular?

Steve is more popular, ranked #1693 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Craig and Steve mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Steve means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Craig and Steve boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Steve is primarily a boy name.

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