Holding steady.
Popularity of Creg since 1952
Babies named Creg per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 35 |
| 1960s | 49 |
| 1970s | 93 |
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 21 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Creg is a rare and unusual choice, first recorded in the United States in 1952. It reached its highest point of use in 1973, though it has never been common enough to rank among the top 1,000 names. The trajectory of its usage has been stable, with occasional births each year, but it never broke into widespread popularity. Creg is most likely a variant of Greg or Craig, both established names of Greek and Scottish origin respectively. Because it is so uncommon, there are no prominent states where it is particularly concentrated, and it has not appeared in any consistent regional pattern. For parents seeking a name that is distinctive yet familiar in sound, Creg offers a simple, one-syllable option that feels both modern and understated.
Creg is a rare given name that likely emerged as a variant of Greg (a short form of Gregory) or as an alternate spelling of Craig, a Scottish surname and given name meaning 'rock' or 'crag.' It has seen sporadic use in the United States since the mid-20th century but never achieved widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Creg
Names that share Creg's style, for a brother or sister.
