Harlem vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harlem

Boy #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

Cultural Roots

American African-American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,015
Total SSA Count
220
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Harlem Rank #1,015
Gage Rank #834

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #1015 for Harlem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harlem or Gage more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Harlem at #1015 in the United States.

What do Harlem and Gage mean?

Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin). Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin).

Are Harlem and Gage boy or girl names?

Harlem is primarily a boy name. Gage is primarily a boy name.

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