Craig in Chinese
Origin: Scottish
Meaning: rock, crag
The standard Chinese transliteration of Craig, pronounced Kè Léi Gé. The characters are chosen for sound: 克 (kè, "to overcome; gram"), 雷 (léi, "thunder"), 格 (gé, "pattern, standard"). Native speakers will immediately recognize it as the name Craig.
Character Breakdown
Note: Reads as the name "Craig" to native speakers; the characters are chosen for sound, so don't expect a poetic meaning. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
A Chinese-style given name inspired by the meaning of Craig ("rock, crag"), expressing precious stones and steadfastness: 怀 (huái, "to cherish, embrace") + 瑾 (jǐn, "fine jade").
Character Breakdown
Note: A meaning-based Chinese given name; it will not sound like your English name, so pair it with an explanation if that matters to you. Traditional form 懷瑾 differs from simplified 怀瑾; pick one script and keep it consistent. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
Opens with 克 (kè, "to overcome; gram"), which echoes the first sound of Craig (Kè), and adds 瑜 (yú, "fine jade; excellence") for precious stones and steadfastness. It reads like a natural Chinese given name with a nod to your English one.
Character Breakdown
Note: Looks and sounds like a genuine Chinese given name while still echoing your name; a popular choice for tattoos. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you write Craig in Chinese?
The most common way is 克雷格 (traditional: 克雷格), pronounced Kè Léi Gé. This is the standard phonetic transliteration you would see in Chinese media and translations.
What does 克雷格 mean?
克雷格 is a sound-based transliteration, so as a whole it simply means "Craig". Individually: 克 (kè) = to overcome; gram; 雷 (léi) = thunder; 格 (gé) = pattern, standard. If you want real meaning, try 怀瑾 (Huái Jǐn), inspired by the meaning of Craig: "rock, crag".
Which Chinese name for Craig is best for a tattoo?
Choose 克雷格 if you want people to recognize your name, 怀瑾 if you prefer meaning over sound, or 克瑜 for a natural-sounding Chinese name that still echoes Craig. Whatever you pick, use a calligraphy font and ask a native speaker to check the final design.