"young servant, page boy"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
Paige
Pronunciation: [ p-AYJ ]
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"young attendant to a knight"
Origin: Medieval Latin
Language: English
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The Story of Paige
Paige derives from the Old French page, itself from Latin pagius, referring to a young boy who served as an attendant to a knight or nobleman. The name was originally an occupational surname before being adopted as a given name for girls in the mid-20th century. It also evokes the literary image of a book's page, lending it an intellectual undertone beyond its feudal origins.
Paige peaked in the 1990s and 2000s as part of the wave of gender-neutral surnames becoming feminine first names. The name gained cultural traction through the character Paige Matthews in Charmed (2001-2006) and WWE wrestler Paige, who won her championship at age 21.
In the US, Paige carries a crisp, sporty, and preppy connotation. Its double meaning — feudal servant and book page — gives parents two very different resonances to connect with. It is one of the rare monosyllabic names that feels simultaneously feminine and strong.
Historical Record
Paige first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 145,325 babies have been named Paige in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Paige is past its peak , currently ranked #375 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Paige was originally an occupational surname for household pages who served noblemen
- Paige Matthews from the TV series Charmed (2001-2006) boosted the name for a generation of parents
- WWE wrestler Paige became the youngest Divas Champion in history at age 21
Paige in Other Languages
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Japanese
Peiji
Popularity Over Time
#375
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2003
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Paige
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Paige VanZant
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1994
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Paige (wrestler)
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Witch and Charmed One in the TV series Charmed (2001-2006), replacing Prue Halliwell as the fourth sister
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #375
- Total SSA Count
- 826
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Nicknames
Pai
Pay
Paie
Paikins
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Frequently Asked Questions About Paige
What does the name Paige mean?
"young servant, page boy" (from Old French). "young attendant to a knight" (from Medieval Latin). Paige derives from the Old French page, itself from Latin pagius, referring to a young boy who served as an attendant to a knight or nobleman. The name was originally an occupational surname before being adopted as a given name for girls in the mid-20th century. It also evokes the literary image of a book's page, lending it an intellectual undertone beyond its feudal origins.
What is the origin of the name Paige?
Paige has Old French, Medieval Latin, English, and American origins. In Old French, it means "young servant, page boy". In Medieval Latin, it means "young attendant to a knight".
Is Paige a boy or girl name?
Paige is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #375. As a boy name, it is ranked #34595. Paige is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Paige?
Paige is pronounced p-AYJ.
How popular is the name Paige?
Paige is currently ranked #375 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Paige?
Common nicknames for Paige include Pai, Pay, Paie, and Paikins.
What are good middle names for Paige?
Popular middle name pairings include Paige Elizabeth, Paige Marie, Paige Ann, Paige Lynn, Paige Nicole, Paige Alexandra, and Paige Rose.
What are good sibling names for Paige?
Names that pair well with Paige as siblings include Tyler, Logan, Taylor, Morgan, Blake, Avery, and Brooke.
How many syllables does Paige have?
Paige has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Paige a common or rare name?
Paige is a popular name, ranked #375 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Paige
Paige is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "young servant, page boy" in Old French .
Is Paige a boy or girl name? Paige is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #375 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #34,595. Paige is more commonly used as a girl name.
Paige is currently ranked #375 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Paige has 1 syllable and is pronounced p-AYJ, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Paige include Pai, Pay, Paie, and Paikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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