Sage
Sage is a unisex name of Latin origin meaning “wise, herb.” It ranked #160 in the United States in 2025.
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how do you pronounce Sage?
SAYJ
where does the name Sage come from?
From the word sage, through Old French from Latin, with the sense wise; it also names Salvia officinalis, the herb.
Sage has a dual origin: from the Latin 'sapere' (to be wise) and from the aromatic herb used in cooking and ceremonial smudging. This convergence of wisdom and nature gives the name unusual depth for a single syllable. It has risen dramatically in popularity for both genders, embodying mindfulness and natural living.
how popular is this name?
Sage has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 33 years since 1993. It peaked at #142 in 2023, and ranked #160 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #160 |
| 2024 | #146 |
| 2023 | #142 |
| 2022 | #143 |
| 2021 | #177 |
| 2020 | #222 |
| 2019 | #279 |
| 2018 | #305 |
| 2017 | #311 |
| 2016 | #353 |
| 2010 | #471 |
| 2000 | #488 |
| 1993 | #908 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Sage fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Sage
Sage has been in general use as a given name since the 1990s, also spelled Saige, Sayge and Sayje. As a surname it has separate origins: a Scottish variant of Savage, and an English place name from sedge.
who are famous people named Sage?
- Sage Steele (American sports anchor)
- Sage Stallone (American actor, son of Sylvester Stallone)
what are the nicknames and variants of Sage?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Sage?
what names go well with Sage?
Sibling names that share Sage's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Sage
What does the name Sage mean?
Sage means “wise, herb”.
What is the origin of the name Sage?
Sage comes from the Latin naming tradition. Related forms include Saige, Sayge and Sayje.
How popular is the name Sage?
Sage ranked #160 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2023, at #142, and it has spent 33 years in the top 1,000 since 1993.
Is Sage a boy or girl name?
Sage is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Sage?
Sage is pronounced SAYJ, with 1 syllable.
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