Craig vs Olivia

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

Popularity Comparison

Craig Rank #1,840
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Craig

Scott Debra Kevin Donna Duncan

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Craig and Olivia mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Craig and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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