Gage vs Harold

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

Harold

Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#991
Total SSA Count
227
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gage Rank #834
Harold Rank #991

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gage or Harold more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Gage and Harold mean?

Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Gage and Harold boy or girl names?

Gage is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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