Craig Senn

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Craig Senn — rock
309K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Craig Senn 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 Senn: Senn is a term for the chief herdsman tending an Alp. As a surname: Alfred E. Senn (1932–2016), professor emeritus of history at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Bill Senn (1905–1973), professional American football running back in the National Football League Chris Senn (skateboarder) (born 1972), professional skateboarder, known for his aggressive and spontaneous style Daniel Senn (born 1983), Swiss footballer Deborah Senn, Washington politician Frank Senn (born 1943), American Lutheran pastor and liturgiologist Franz Senn (1831–1884), pastor, whose concern for the poverty of his parishio. 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: Senn

English

Senn is a term for the chief herdsman tending an Alp. As a surname: Alfred E. Senn (1932–2016), professor emeritus of history at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Bill Senn (1905–1973), professional American football running back in the National Football League Chris Senn (skateboarder) (born 1972), professional skateboarder, known for his aggressive and spontaneous style Daniel Senn (born 1983), Swiss footballer Deborah Senn, Washington politician Frank Senn (born 1943), American Lutheran pastor and liturgiologist Franz Senn (1831–1884), pastor, whose concern for the poverty of his parishio.

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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:

1900s
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Notable People Named Craig Senn

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 Senn:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

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

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 Senn?
The surname Senn originates from English. Senn is a term for the chief herdsman tending an Alp. As a surname: Alfred E. Senn (1932–2016), professor emeritus of history at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Bill Senn (1905–1973), professional American football running back in the National Football League Chris Senn (skateboarder) (born 1972), professional skateboarder, known for his aggressive and spontaneous style Daniel Senn (born 1983), Swiss footballer Deborah Senn, Washington politician Frank Senn (born 1943), American Lutheran pastor and liturgiologist Franz Senn (1831–1884), pastor, whose concern for the poverty of his parishio.
What are the origins of the name Craig Senn?
The name Craig Senn combines two different traditions: the first name Craig has Celtic roots, while the surname Senn originates from English.
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