Craig Rittenhouse

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Craig Rittenhouse — rock
309K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Craig Rittenhouse 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 Rittenhouse: Rittenhouse (crater), a crater on the far side of the Moon Rittenhouse Elementary School, Queen Creek, Arizona; on the National Register of Historic Places Rittenhouse Square, one of the five original open-space parks in central Philadelphia, Pennsylvania RittenhouseTown Historic District, a historic area in Philadelphia surrounding the first paper mill erected in British Colonial America Queen Creek, Arizona, named Rittenhouse until 1947 People with the surname Ariel Rittenhouse (born 1990), US female athlete in swimming and diving David Rittenhouse (1732–1796), US astronomer, inventor, mathe. 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: Rittenhouse

English

Rittenhouse (crater), a crater on the far side of the Moon Rittenhouse Elementary School, Queen Creek, Arizona; on the National Register of Historic Places Rittenhouse Square, one of the five original open-space parks in central Philadelphia, Pennsylvania RittenhouseTown Historic District, a historic area in Philadelphia surrounding the first paper mill erected in British Colonial America Queen Creek, Arizona, named Rittenhouse until 1947 People with the surname Ariel Rittenhouse (born 1990), US female athlete in swimming and diving David Rittenhouse (1732–1796), US astronomer, inventor, mathe.

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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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Notable People Named Craig Rittenhouse

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Rittenhouse?
The surname Rittenhouse originates from English. Rittenhouse (crater), a crater on the far side of the Moon Rittenhouse Elementary School, Queen Creek, Arizona; on the National Register of Historic Places Rittenhouse Square, one of the five original open-space parks in central Philadelphia, Pennsylvania RittenhouseTown Historic District, a historic area in Philadelphia surrounding the first paper mill erected in British Colonial America Queen Creek, Arizona, named Rittenhouse until 1947 People with the surname Ariel Rittenhouse (born 1990), US female athlete in swimming and diving David Rittenhouse (1732–1796), US astronomer, inventor, mathe.
What are the origins of the name Craig Rittenhouse?
The name Craig Rittenhouse combines two different traditions: the first name Craig has Celtic roots, while the surname Rittenhouse originates from English.
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