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Fischer vs Craig

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

Fischer Rank #2,004
Craig Rank #1,840

Craig is more popular, ranked #1840 vs #2004 for Fischer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fischer or Craig more popular?

Craig is more popular, ranked #1840 compared to Fischer at #2004 in the United States.

What do Fischer and Craig mean?

Fischer means "fisherman" (German origin). Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin).

Are Fischer and Craig boy or girl names?

Fischer is primarily a boy name. Craig is primarily a boy name.

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