Darren vs Gage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Darren Rank #955
Gage Rank #834

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #955 for Darren.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darren ___

  • Darren James
  • Darren Michael
  • Darren Patrick
  • Darren Thomas
  • Darren Lee
  • Darren Scott

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 Darren

Kevin Karen Deirdre Shane Brendan

If you choose Gage

Brock Colt Chase Harley Jade

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darren or Gage more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Darren at #955 in the United States.

What do Darren and Gage mean?

Darren means "oak grove, great" (Irish Gaelic origin). Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin).

Are Darren and Gage boy or girl names?

Darren is primarily a boy name. Gage is primarily a boy name.

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