Rory vs Sage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Sage

Boy #414 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wise person"

Origin: Old French/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#414
Total SSA Count
779
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Rory Rank #226
Sage Rank #414

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #414 for Sage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rory or Sage more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to Sage at #414 in the United States.

What do Rory and Sage mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Sage means "wise person" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are Rory and Sage boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Sage is primarily a boy name.

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