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Allan vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allan

Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#854
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Allan Rank #854
Gage Rank #834

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #854 for Allan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allan or Gage more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Allan at #854 in the United States.

What do Allan and Gage mean?

Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin).

Are Allan and Gage boy or girl names?

Allan is primarily a boy name. Gage is primarily a boy name.

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