Cason vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cason

Boy #859 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the marsh dwellers"

Origin: English/Scottish (via Carson)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#859
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Cason Rank #859
Gage Rank #834

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #859 for Cason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cason or Gage more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Cason at #859 in the United States.

What do Cason and Gage mean?

Cason means "son of the marsh dwellers" (English/Scottish (via Carson) origin). Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin).

Are Cason and Gage boy or girl names?

Cason is primarily a boy name. Gage is primarily a boy name.

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