Krieg is a German origin name that translates to 'war' in English. It has been traditionally used as a surname, but can also be found as a given name, particularly among families of German descent who wish to honor their heritage. The name Krieg was likely first used as a personal name during the 19th century, though it may have been more common as a nickname or byname for someone perceived as aggressive or confrontational. Despite its potentially harsh connotation, Krieg has been embraced by some families as an unusual and strong-sounding name for their children.
The name Krieg has seen varying popularity over the years, with a peak of 8 births in 1985 and 7 births in both 1984 and 1994. The total number of births recorded between 1965 and 1994 is 43.