Sage
Sage first appears in US records in 1963. It peaked in 2022, when 2,014 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,853.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Sage popular?
Near its peak Sage is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
| 2020s | 10,816 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 8,571 | |
| 2000s | 7,262 | |
| 1990s | 2,935 | |
| 1980s | 487 | |
| 1970s | 341 | |
| 1960s | 42 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Sage mean?
Sage doubles as a virtue name meaning “wise” (from the Latin sapius) and a nature name from the fragrant herb.
Variants & spellings
- Saige
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sage mean?
Sage means Wise; the herb. Sage doubles as a virtue name meaning “wise” (from the Latin sapius) and a nature name from the fragrant herb.
What is the origin of the name Sage?
Sage is of Latin origin.
How do you pronounce Sage?
Sage is pronounced “SAYJ.”
Is Sage a boy or a girl name?
Sage is most commonly used as a unisex name.
Is Sage a popular name right now?
Sage is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
How popular is the name Sage?
In 2025, Sage ranked #456 among boys’ and #160 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Sage most popular?
Sage was most popular in 2022, when about 2,014 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Sage?
Names similar to Sage include Sage, Rowan, River, Wren.
What names go well with Sage?
Latin names that pair well with Sage include Mark, Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava.