Sage
Sage is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Wise, perceptive, or the aromatic culinary herb.
Origin and history
Sage is an English word name derived from the Latin 'sagax', meaning wise or perceptive, and also refers to the aromatic herb. While historically used for all genders, it has gained significant popularity in the United States as a modern, nature-inspired unisex choice. Its recent usage reflects a broader trend toward botanical and virtue names.
Popularity in the United States
15,762 babies in the United States have been named Sage since 1880. It ranks #942 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #423.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.3 %)
- TX (7.7 %)
- FL (5.9 %)
- NY (5.1 %)
- WA (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 12 |
| 1970-1980 | 318 |
| 1980-1990 | 383 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,665 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,405 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,510 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,464 |
Famous people named Sage
- Sage Stallone: actor, filmmaker
- Sage Brocklebank: actor
- Sage Surratt: athlete
Fun facts
- The name draws from two distinct meanings: the virtue of wisdom via Latin 'sagax' and the fragrant herb via Latin 'salvia'.
- While widely used for girls, Sage has seen a marked surge in popularity for boys in the U.S. during the 2020s.