Gage vs Harry

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

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gage Rank #834
Harry Rank #780

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 vs #834 for Gage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gage or Harry more popular?

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 compared to Gage at #834 in the United States.

What do Gage and Harry mean?

Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin). Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Gage and Harry boy or girl names?

Gage is primarily a boy name. Harry is primarily a boy name.

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