Kraig
Boy nameKraig has been given to 5,951 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It peaked in 1968.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
5,951
Peak year
1968 (212 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1939
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Rank through the decades
Kraig's rank among U.S. boy names at 25-year milestones.
| Year | Boys rank |
|---|---|
| 1975 | #793 |
— means outside the top 1000 that year.
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kraig — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kraig.
Sibling name ideas for Kraig
Same era and popularity as Kraig, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kraig?
Kraig has been given to 5,951 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kraig peak?
Kraig peaked in 1968, when 212 babies were given the name.
Is Kraig a girl or boy name?
Kraig is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Kraig are boys).
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