Grant vs Sage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grant

Boy #241 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"large, great"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#241
Total SSA Count
1,453
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gra, Gry, Grie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Grant Rank #241
Sage Rank #145

Sage is more popular, ranked #145 vs #241 for Grant.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Grant ___

  • Grant Thomas
  • Grant William
  • Grant Alexander
  • Grant James
  • Grant Edward
  • Grant Michael

Sage ___

  • Sage Olivia
  • Sage Aurora
  • Sage Elise
  • Sage Renee
  • Sage Willow
  • Sage Amara

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Grant

Reid Blake Claire Sloane Brooks

If you choose Sage

River Briar Juniper Oak Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant or Sage more popular?

Sage is more popular, ranked #145 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Grant and Sage mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Sage means "wise, the herb sage" (Latin Salvia origin).

Are Grant and Sage boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Sage is primarily a girl name.

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