Kage Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAH-gay / ˈkɑːɡeɪJapanese; English
Meaning
shadow (Japanese); a variant of 'Cage' (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese, 'Kage' (影) translates to 'shadow' and is often associated with themes of mystery and the unseen. In English, it can be seen as a variant of 'Cage,' which refers to an enclosure, often symbolizing protection or confinement.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kagay
- Kagey
International Variants
- Kage (Japanese)
- Cage (English)
Famous people named Kage
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Fictional characters named Kage
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kage was first seen in the United States in 1992. Kage has ranked as high as #1293 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Ohio, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Kage has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kage (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 44 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 45 |
| 2004 | 37 |
| 2005 | 46 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 64 |
| 2009 | 85 |
| 2010 | 81 |
| 2011 | 70 |
| 2012 | 83 |
| 2013 | 62 |
| 2014 | 83 |
| 2015 | 67 |
| 2016 | 64 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 79 |
| 2019 | 75 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 26 |