Paige Girl
Origin(s)
English; Latin
Meaning
English: servant; Latin: page (young servant)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Paige originated as a surname in England, derived from the Old French word 'page,' which referred to a young servant or attendant. It became popular as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has been associated with qualities of service and loyalty.
Trend Summary
Paige has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Payton, Paigee, Pace, Patrice, Pia
Variants
- Paige
International Variants
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Famous people named Paige
Paige Davis is an American television personality known for hosting the home improvement show 'Trading Spaces.'.
Paige VanZant is an American mixed martial artist and model, recognized for her participation in the UFC.
Paige O'Hara is an American actress and singer, best known for voicing Belle in Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast.'.
Paige Turco is an American actress known for her roles in 'The 100' and 'NYPD Blue.'.
Fictional characters named Paige
Paige Matthews is a character from the television series 'Charmed,' known for being a witch and the youngest sister.
Paige is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' known for her adventurous spirit.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Paige was first seen in the United States in 1915. Paige has ranked as high as #117 nationally which occurred in 2003 and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Paige has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Paige (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 91 | |
| NY | 55 | |
| TX | 52 | |
| FL | 40 | |
| MA | 36 | |
| PA | 36 | |
| IL | 36 | |
| NJ | 34 | |
| OH | 33 | |
| VA | 31 | |
| GA | 22 | |
| NC | 21 | |
| WA | 20 | |
| UT | 19 | |
| MD | 17 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 36 |
| 1941 | 31 |
| 1942 | 25 |
| 1943 | 23 |
| 1944 | 24 |
| 1945 | 17 |
| 1946 | 66 |
| 1947 | 52 |
| 1948 | 49 |
| 1949 | 44 |
| 1950 | 42 |
| 1951 | 78 |
| 1952 | 107 |
| 1953 | 87 |
| 1954 | 95 |
| 1955 | 105 |
| 1956 | 114 |
| 1957 | 98 |
| 1958 | 130 |
| 1959 | 132 |
| 1960 | 188 |
| 1961 | 345 |
| 1962 | 548 |
| 1963 | 510 |
| 1964 | 537 |
| 1965 | 521 |
| 1966 | 788 |
| 1967 | 788 |
| 1968 | 695 |
| 1969 | 734 |
| 1970 | 762 |
| 1971 | 594 |
| 1972 | 483 |
| 1973 | 456 |
| 1974 | 475 |
| 1975 | 418 |
| 1976 | 384 |
| 1977 | 352 |
| 1978 | 365 |
| 1979 | 389 |
| 1980 | 474 |
| 1981 | 611 |
| 1982 | 586 |
| 1983 | 587 |
| 1984 | 608 |
| 1985 | 723 |
| 1986 | 878 |
| 1987 | 1,637 |
| 1988 | 1,860 |
| 1989 | 2,392 |
| 1990 | 4,113 |
| 1991 | 4,516 |
| 1992 | 5,305 |
| 1993 | 5,612 |
| 1994 | 5,209 |
| 1995 | 5,733 |
| 1996 | 5,342 |
| 1997 | 5,030 |
| 1998 | 4,976 |
| 1999 | 4,717 |
| 2000 | 4,609 |
| 2001 | 4,274 |
| 2002 | 5,470 |
| 2003 | 5,758 |
| 2004 | 5,441 |
| 2005 | 4,906 |
| 2006 | 4,267 |
| 2007 | 3,796 |
| 2008 | 3,647 |
| 2009 | 3,412 |
| 2010 | 3,012 |
| 2011 | 2,819 |
| 2012 | 2,914 |
| 2013 | 2,575 |
| 2014 | 2,416 |
| 2015 | 2,293 |
| 2016 | 2,056 |
| 2017 | 1,700 |
| 2018 | 1,454 |
| 2019 | 1,375 |
| 2020 | 1,137 |
| 2021 | 1,064 |
| 2022 | 1,012 |
| 2023 | 863 |
| 2024 | 826 |