Craig Jesse

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Craig Jesse — rock
309K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Craig Jesse is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Craig is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Craig is a Scottish, Irish and Welsh masculine given name; all variations derive from the Celtic languages. The name has two origins. In some cases it can originate from a nickname, derived from the Scottish Gaelic word creag, meaning 'rock', similar to Peter. In other cases, the given name originates from the Scottish surname Craig, which is also derived from the same Scottish Gaelic word. Cognate forms of creag include the Irish creig, Manx creg, and Welsh craig. The English word crag has the same origin (Old Irish crec). The surname Jesse: Eckhard Jesse (born 1948), German political scientist Edward Jesse (1780–1868), English writer on natural history John Heneage Jesse (1809–1874), English historian John John Jesse (born 1969), American painter Richard Henry Jesse (1853–1921), American educator, president of the University of Missouri F. Tennyson Jesse (1888–1958), English criminologist, journalist and author Jessye, given name and surname Craig is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 309K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Craig reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Craig

Meaning: rock

Celtic

Craig is a Scottish, Irish and Welsh masculine given name; all variations derive from the Celtic languages. The name has two origins. In some cases it can originate from a nickname, derived from the Scottish Gaelic word creag, meaning 'rock', similar to Peter. In other cases, the given name originates from the Scottish surname Craig, which is also derived from the same Scottish Gaelic word. Cognate forms of creag include the Irish creig, Manx creg, and Welsh craig. The English word crag has the same origin (Old Irish crec).

Surname: Jesse

English

Eckhard Jesse (born 1948), German political scientist Edward Jesse (1780–1868), English writer on natural history John Heneage Jesse (1809–1874), English historian John John Jesse (born 1969), American painter Richard Henry Jesse (1853–1921), American educator, president of the University of Missouri F. Tennyson Jesse (1888–1958), English criminologist, journalist and author Jessye, given name and surname

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Craig is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Craig by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Craig Jesse:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Craig?
The first name Craig originates from Celtic. Craig is a Scottish, Irish and Welsh masculine given name; all variations derive from the Celtic languages. The name has two origins. In some cases it can originate from a nickname, derived from the Scottish Gaelic word creag, meaning 'rock', similar to Peter. In other cases, the given name originates from the Scottish surname Craig, which is also derived from the same Scottish Gaelic word. Cognate forms of creag include the Irish creig, Manx creg, and Welsh craig. The English word crag has the same origin (Old Irish crec).
When was Craig most popular?
The name Craig reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Jesse?
The surname Jesse originates from English. Eckhard Jesse (born 1948), German political scientist Edward Jesse (1780–1868), English writer on natural history John Heneage Jesse (1809–1874), English historian John John Jesse (born 1969), American painter Richard Henry Jesse (1853–1921), American educator, president of the University of Missouri F. Tennyson Jesse (1888–1958), English criminologist, journalist and author Jessye, given name and surname
What are the origins of the name Craig Jesse?
The name Craig Jesse combines two different traditions: the first name Craig has Celtic roots, while the surname Jesse originates from English.
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