Craig vs Emma

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
Nicknames
Cra, Cry, Crie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Craig Rank #1,840
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1840 for Craig.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Craig ___

  • Craig James
  • Craig Lee
  • Craig Anthony
  • Craig Michael
  • Craig Thomas
  • Craig David

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Craig

Scott Debra Kevin Donna Duncan

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Craig and Emma mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Craig and Emma boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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