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Gage vs Dillon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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Dillon

Boy #870 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great tide, son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Irish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#870
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gage Rank #834
Dillon Rank #870

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #870 for Dillon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gage or Dillon more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Gage and Dillon mean?

Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Gage and Dillon boy or girl names?

Gage is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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