Gage vs Trace

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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Trace

Boy #705 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"path, track, trail"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#705
Total SSA Count
380
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Tra, Try, Trie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gage Rank #834
Trace Rank #705

Trace is more popular, ranked #705 vs #834 for Gage.

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

Trace ___

  • Trace Allen
  • Trace Lee
  • Trace James
  • Trace Wayne
  • Trace Michael
  • Trace Daniel

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gage

Brock Colt Chase Harley Jade

If you choose Trace

Colt Cade Brynn Sadie Blake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gage or Trace more popular?

Trace is more popular, ranked #705 compared to Gage at #834 in the United States.

What do Gage and Trace mean?

Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin). Trace means "path, track, trail" (Old French via English origin).

Are Gage and Trace boy or girl names?

Gage is primarily a boy name. Trace is primarily a boy name.

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