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Kellen vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kellen

Boy #1,031 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, narrow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic 'caol'

Cultural Roots

Irish American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,031
Total SSA Count
216
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Kellen Rank #1,031
Gage Rank #834

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #1031 for Kellen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kellen or Gage more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Kellen at #1031 in the United States.

What do Kellen and Gage mean?

Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin). Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin).

Are Kellen and Gage boy or girl names?

Kellen is primarily a boy name. Gage is primarily a boy name.

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