Eugene vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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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

Popularity Comparison

Eugene Rank #871
Gage Rank #834

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #871 for Eugene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eugene or Gage more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Eugene at #871 in the United States.

What do Eugene and Gage mean?

Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin). Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin).

Are Eugene and Gage boy or girl names?

Eugene is primarily a boy name. Gage is primarily a boy name.

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