Payge Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpayj / /peɪdʒ/English
Meaning
page; young servant
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Payge is a modern variant of the name Page, which has its roots in Middle English. Historically, 'page' referred to a young servant or attendant, often in a noble household. The name has gained popularity as a feminine given name in recent decades, reflecting a trend towards unique spellings and names. Payge is often chosen for its contemporary sound and connection to the idea of youth and service.
Trend Summary
Payge has seen a rise in popularity as a unique alternative to more traditional names.
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Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Payge was first seen in the United States in 1962. Payge has ranked as high as #1320 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Indiana, and California. In the past 5 years the name Payge has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Payge (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 35 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 42 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1998 | 46 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 41 |
| 2002 | 47 |
| 2003 | 58 |
| 2004 | 53 |
| 2005 | 60 |
| 2006 | 63 |
| 2007 | 51 |
| 2008 | 44 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 46 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 |