Saga
Saga first appears in US records in 1996. It peaked in 2024, when 19 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 17.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Saga popular?
Near its peak Saga is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
| 2020s | 81 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 61 | |
| 2000s | 31 | |
| 1990s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Saga mean?
Saga is a Norse goddess associated with poetry and stories.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saga mean?
Saga means Seeing one; story. Saga is a Norse goddess associated with poetry and stories.
What is the origin of the name Saga?
Saga is of Norse origin.
How do you pronounce Saga?
Saga is pronounced “SAH-gah.”
Is Saga a boy or a girl name?
Saga is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Saga a popular name right now?
Saga is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
How popular is the name Saga?
In 2025, Saga ranked #6784 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Saga most popular?
Saga was most popular in 2024, when about 19 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Saga?
Names similar to Saga include Ylva, Solveig, Sigrid, Signe, Runa.
What names go well with Saga?
Norse names that pair well with Saga include Eric, Erik, Freya, Odin, Astrid.