Alec vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alec

Boy #880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#880
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Gage

Boy #834 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pledge, security deposit"

Origin: Old French gage

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#834
Total SSA Count
297
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alec Rank #880
Gage Rank #834

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #880 for Alec.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alec or Gage more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Alec at #880 in the United States.

What do Alec and Gage mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin).

Are Alec and Gage boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Gage is primarily a boy name.

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