Cal vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cal

Boy #671 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#671
Total SSA Count
408
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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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

Cal Rank #671
Gage Rank #834

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 vs #834 for Gage.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cal ___

  • Cal James
  • Cal Thomas
  • Cal Edward
  • Cal William
  • Cal Henry
  • Cal Owen

Gage ___

  • Gage Michael
  • Gage William
  • Gage Thomas
  • Gage Andrew
  • Gage Lee
  • Gage Allen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cal

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If you choose Gage

Brock Colt Chase Harley Jade

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cal or Gage more popular?

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 compared to Gage at #834 in the United States.

What do Cal and Gage mean?

Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin). Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin).

Are Cal and Gage boy or girl names?

Cal is primarily a boy name. Gage is primarily a boy name.

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