Gage vs Harold

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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Popularity Comparison

Gage Rank #834
Harold Rank #991

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 vs #991 for Harold.

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

Harold ___

  • Harold James
  • Harold Edward
  • Harold Thomas
  • Harold Francis
  • Harold David
  • Harold William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gage

Brock Colt Chase Harley Jade

If you choose Harold

Dorothy Mildred Walter Bernard Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gage or Harold more popular?

Gage is more popular, ranked #834 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Gage and Harold mean?

Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Gage and Harold boy or girl names?

Gage is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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