Addison vs Sage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sage

Girl #145 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wise, the herb sage"

Origin: Latin Salvia

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#145
Total SSA Count
1,987
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Addison Rank #68
Sage Rank #145

Addison is more popular, ranked #68 vs #145 for Sage.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Addison ___

  • Addison Grace
  • Addison Mae
  • Addison Rose
  • Addison Claire
  • Addison Lee
  • Addison Kate

Sage ___

  • Sage Olivia
  • Sage Aurora
  • Sage Elise
  • Sage Renee
  • Sage Willow
  • Sage Amara

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Addison

Peyton Parker Harper Jackson Blake

If you choose Sage

River Briar Juniper Oak Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Addison or Sage more popular?

Addison is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Sage at #145 in the United States.

What do Addison and Sage mean?

Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin). Sage means "wise, the herb sage" (Latin Salvia origin).

Are Addison and Sage boy or girl names?

Addison is primarily a girl name. Sage is primarily a girl name.

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