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Craig

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage Scottish
Pronounced Pron. /ˈkɹeɪɡ/(English)
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Meaning & History

Derived from Gaelic creag meaning "crag, rocks, outcrop", originally belonging to a person who lived near a crag.

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Entry updated December 1, 2024

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