Craig
“Scots for 'crag, rock'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Craig an Irish name?
Craig arrived from Scotland, England or Wales, most often during the plantations of the 1600s. Families carrying it may have been in Ireland for four centuries since, which is a different question from where the name began.
What does the surname Craig mean?
Craig (Irish: —) means “Scots for 'crag, rock'”. Origin: Ulster Scots.
Where in Ireland is the surname Craig from?
The historic homeland of the Craig name is Antrim, Derry / Londonderry. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Craig?
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