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Craig

from the rocky hill

Male Scottish / Gaelic / Celtic / Welsh / Irish 1 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites
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Name
Craig
Origin
Scottish / Gaelic / Celtic / Welsh / Irish
Gender
Male
Meaning
from the rocky hill
Detailed Meaning
Craig is a sturdy, grounded name from the Scottish Gaelic tradition, conjuring images of rugged highland landscapes where rocky crags rise dramatically from the earth. It speaks to resilience and a deep connection to the land, qualities long admired in Scottish culture. There is something honest and unadorned about this name, like the stone it references.
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1. craig (prefix)
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Craig Name Meaning and Style

Craig is a male name of Scottish / Gaelic / Celtic / Welsh / Irish origin, meaning from the rocky hill.

It appears in the Baby Boy, Celtic, Geography name collections and has 1 syllable. Browse the related Scottish / Gaelic / Celtic / Welsh / Irish names below for alternatives with a similar background.

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