Saige Girl

Popularity: #430 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: sahj //seɪdʒ//

Origin: English; French

Meaning: English: wise; French: a form of sage

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Saige is derived from the Old French word "sauge," meaning "sage" or "wise." This term traces its roots back to the Latin "salvia," which refers to the herb sage, known for its culinary and medicinal properties. The transition from Latin to Old French occurred during the medieval period, as the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century facilitated the introduction of many French words into the English language.

Consequently, the name Saige entered English usage as a variant spelling of Sage, which has been used both as a given name and a surname. Historically, the name Sage has been associated with wisdom and knowledge, often linked to the qualities of the sage in various cultures, who is regarded as a figure of profound insight and understanding.

In literature and religious texts, wisdom is frequently personified, and sages are depicted as advisors or mentors. The name's association with the herb sage, which has been valued since antiquity for its healing properties, further enhances its connotation of wisdom and health.

The use of the name in English can be traced back to the 19th century, when it began to be adopted more widely as a personal name. Culturally, the name Saige and its variants have resonated with themes of nature and healing, reflecting the characteristics of the sage plant.

The name has also been embraced in various artistic and literary contexts, symbolizing a connection to the earth and the wisdom it imparts. While Saige is a relatively modern adaptation, its roots in the concepts of wisdom and nature have allowed it to maintain a meaningful presence in the lexicon of names.

Famous people named Saige

In this section, you will find notable people named Saige. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Saige who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Saige who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Saige Steele is a sports journalist best known for her work with ESPN and hosting SportsCenter.

Fictional characters named Saige

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Saige Copeland is a fictional character from the American Girl franchise. She is a young girl who pursues her passion for art and adventure while navigating the challenges of friendship and family.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Saige, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Saige. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

SageSageeSaigeeSailaSairaSableSelahSierra

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Saige was first seen in the United States in 1984.

Saige has ranked as high as #755 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Florida, and New York.

In the past 5 years the name Saige has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Saige is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Saige was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Saige.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 699 59 640
2024 760 62 698
2023 781 68 713
2022 855 64 791
2021 673 52 621
2020 528 41 487
2019 481 35 446
2018 498 47 451
2017 510 34 476
2016 518 33 485
2015 418 20 398
2014 502 21 481
2013 465 29 436
2012 288 12 276
2011 291 17 274
2010 325 28 297
2009 363 32 331
2008 375 28 347
2007 375 25 350
2006 375 35 340
2005 393 32 361
2004 383 23 360
2003 279 20 259
2002 274 25 249
2001 273 37 236
2000 278 50 228
1999 234 27 207
1998 199 23 176
1997 179 37 142
1996 144 22 122
1995 121 23 98
1994 93 16 77
1993 105 23 82
1992 80 26 54
1991 71 22 49
1990 42 8 34
1989 15 0 15
1988 18 0 18
1987 8 0 8
1984 6 0 6

Top States for Saige (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 65
9%
FL 54
8%
CA 40
6%
NY 32
5%
OH 32
5%
LA 30
4%
GA 30
4%
NC 29
4%
PA 27
4%
IL 25
4%
MO 23
3%
MD 22
3%
SC 19
3%
MI 19
3%
NJ 19
3%
AL 18
3%
OK 17
2%
TN 15
2%
VA 15
2%
IN 14
2%
UT 13
2%
CO 11
2%
NV 11
2%
IA 10
1%
WI 10
1%
MS 10
1%
WV 10
1%
KY 9
1%
MN 9
1%
WA 9
1%
AR 9
1%
KS 8
1%
OR 7
1%
AZ 7
1%
MA 5
1%
ID 5
1%