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Emily vs Sage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emily

Girl #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the Aemilius family"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25
Total SSA Count
5,955
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emily Rank #25
Sage Rank #145

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #145 for Sage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emily or Sage more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Sage at #145 in the United States.

What do Emily and Sage mean?

Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin). Sage means "wise, the herb sage" (Latin Salvia origin).

Are Emily and Sage boy or girl names?

Emily is primarily a girl name. Sage is primarily a girl name.

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