Holding steady.
Popularity of Kreg since 1948
Babies named Kreg per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1962, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Kreg's real moment was 1968.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 124 |
| 1960s | 303 |
| 1970s | 202 |
| 1980s | 175 |
| 1990s | 87 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
First recorded in 1948, Kreg is a modern coinage that appeared during a period of creative name-making in the United States. Its peak usage came in 1968, but it never reached the top 1000, remaining a rare choice. The name has been relatively stable in use, with no strong regional ties. As a likely respelling of Craig or Greg, it carries no etymology beyond its invented form. Parents drawn to short, simple names with a contemporary feel may find Kreg a distinctive option.
Kreg is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 1948. It is likely a respelling or variant of Craig (Scottish for 'rock') or Greg (short for Gregory, from Greek 'watchful'). The name saw modest use, peaking in the late 1960s.
Sibling names for Kreg
Names that share Kreg's style, for a brother or sister.
