Eric vs Sage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #414 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise person"

Origin: Old French/Latin

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Eric Rank #252

Sage Rank #414

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #414 for Sage.

Is Eric or Sage more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Sage at #414 in the United States.

What do Eric and Sage mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Sage means "wise person" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are Eric and Sage boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Sage is primarily a boy name.