Kraig
boy nameKraig entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #522 in 1968, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1939–2025
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rank today
#522
peak (1968)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #2829 |
| 1940s | #2449 |
| 1950s | #940 |
| 1960s | #573 |
| 1970s | #772 |
| 1980s | #895 |
| 1990s | #1576 |
| 2000s | #4577 |
| 2010s | #8832 |
| 2020s | #10605 |
Living bearers
About 5,200 people named Kraig are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kraig alive today was born around 1971, making them about 54 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kraig in 2025?
- Kraig is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kraig most popular?
- Kraig peaked in 1968, reaching #522 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kraig with classmates?
- Kraig will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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