Craig vs Riggins

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
Riggins Rank #1,675

Riggins is more popular, ranked #1675 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

Riggins ___

  • Riggins James
  • Riggins Cole
  • Riggins Wade
  • Riggins Lee
  • Riggins Blake
  • Riggins John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Craig

Scott Debra Kevin Donna Duncan

If you choose Riggins

Maverick Rhett Knox Sutton Briggs

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Riggins more popular?

Riggins is more popular, ranked #1675 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Craig and Riggins mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Riggins means "son of the ridge dweller" (Old English origin).

Are Craig and Riggins boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Riggins is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons