Paige
Paige is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Attendant, young servant, or page.
Origin and history
Paige originated as an English occupational surname derived from the Old French word 'page', referring to a young servant or attendant. Although traditionally and currently far more common as a female given name in the United States, it has a history of sparse usage for males. Its use for boys in the U.S. has dropped off in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,335 babies in the United States have been named Paige since 1880. It ranks #3373 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (46.7 %)
- VA (25 %)
- KY (16.3 %)
- DC (6.5 %)
- OH (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 55 |
| 1920-1930 | 130 |
| 1930-1940 | 107 |
| 1940-1950 | 113 |
| 1950-1960 | 165 |
| 1960-1970 | 171 |
| 1970-1980 | 150 |
| 1980-1990 | 159 |
| 1990-2000 | 163 |
| 2000-2010 | 112 |
| 2010-2019 | 10 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- The name original designated a young youth serving as an apprentice to a knight or noble household.
- While used historically for both sexes in small numbers, Paige transitioned to being predominantly female in the mid to late 20th century.