Stephen vs Sage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stephen

Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #414 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise person"

Origin: Old French/Latin

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Stephen Rank #378

Sage Rank #414

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #414 for Sage.

Is Stephen or Sage more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Sage at #414 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Sage mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Sage means "wise person" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are Stephen and Sage boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Sage is primarily a boy name.