Sage vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Sage Rank #145
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #145 for Sage.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Sage ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Sage

River Briar Juniper Oak Rowan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sage or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Sage at #145 in the United States.

What do Sage and Theodore mean?

Sage means "wise, the herb sage" (Latin Salvia origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Sage and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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