Kieran vs Sage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sage

Girl #145 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wise, the herb sage"

Origin: Latin Salvia

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#145
Total SSA Count
1,987
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kieran Rank #441
Sage Rank #145

Sage is more popular, ranked #145 vs #441 for Kieran.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kieran ___

  • Kieran James
  • Kieran Patrick
  • Kieran Michael
  • Kieran Thomas
  • Kieran Francis
  • Kieran Joseph

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 Kieran

Declan Ronan Siobhan Niamh Cormac

If you choose Sage

River Briar Juniper Oak Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kieran or Sage more popular?

Sage is more popular, ranked #145 compared to Kieran at #441 in the United States.

What do Kieran and Sage mean?

Kieran means "little dark one" (Irish Gaelic (ciar + -án) origin). Sage means "wise, the herb sage" (Latin Salvia origin).

Are Kieran and Sage boy or girl names?

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

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