Saige
Saige is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Wise person; or the aromatic herb sage.
Origin and history
Saige is a spelling variant of Sage, derived from the English word for the aromatic herb or a wise person. Though used more commonly for girls in recent decades, it maintains steady usage for boys in the United States. Its soft, modern one-syllable sound appeals to parents looking for nature-inspired names.
Popularity in the United States
1,156 babies in the United States have been named Saige since 1880. It ranks #3538 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1581.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.6 %)
- TX (23.6 %)
- LA (11.8 %)
- FL (10.2 %)
- OH (8.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 227 |
| 2000-2010 | 307 |
| 2010-2019 | 276 |
| 2020-2029 | 346 |
Fun facts
- The spelling Saige adds an 'i' to the traditional word name Sage, giving it a distinct visual flair.
- Saige fits into the contemporary trend of botanical and nature-inspired names gaining traction in the U.S.