Sage vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Ellis

Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,250
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Sage Rank #414
Ellis Rank #273

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #414 for Sage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sage or Ellis more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Sage at #414 in the United States.

What do Sage and Ellis mean?

Sage means "wise person" (Old French/Latin origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Sage and Ellis boy or girl names?

Sage is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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