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Duke vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#710
Total SSA Count
375
Syllables
1
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

Duke Rank #710
Gage Rank #834

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #834 for Gage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Gage more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Gage at #834 in the United States.

What do Duke and Gage mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin).

Are Duke and Gage boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Gage is primarily a boy name.

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