Harry vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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

Harry Rank #780
Gage Rank #834

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Gage more popular?

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

What do Harry and Gage mean?

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

Are Harry and Gage boy or girl names?

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

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