Gage vs Harlem

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

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Harlem

Boy #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

Cultural Roots

American African-American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,015
Total SSA Count
220
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Harl

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gage Rank #834
Harlem Rank #1,015

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #1015 for Harlem.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gage ___

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

Harlem ___

  • Harlem James
  • Harlem Ray
  • Harlem Cole
  • Harlem Dean
  • Harlem Louis
  • Harlem Miles

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Harlem

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gage or Harlem more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Harlem at #1015 in the United States.

What do Gage and Harlem mean?

Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin). Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin).

Are Gage and Harlem boy or girl names?

Gage is primarily a boy name. Harlem is primarily a boy name.

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