Paige

Pronunciation: [ p-AYJ ]

Girl Name #375 Most Popular Steady 1 Syllable

Crisp, confident, and effortlessly cool

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Meaning & Origin

"young servant, page boy"

Origin: Old French

Language: English

"young attendant to a knight"

Origin: Medieval Latin

Language: English

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.

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

French Paige

German Paige

Italian Paige

Spanish Paige

Japanese Peiji

Famous People Named Paige

Paige VanZant

Athlete

1994

American MMA fighter, professional boxer, and TV personality

Paige (wrestler)

Athlete

1992

British-American professional wrestler, real name Saraya-Jade Bevis, two-time WWE Divas Champion and the youngest to hol...

British-American professional wrestler, real name Saraya-Jade Bevis, two-time WWE Divas Champion and the youngest to hold the title

Paige Matthews Fictional

Other

Witch and Charmed One in the TV series Charmed (2001-2006), replacing Prue Halliwell as the fourth sister

Quick Facts

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 Paiie

Pairs Well With

Paige Elizabeth Paige Marie Paige Ann Paige Lynn Paige Nicole Paige Alexandra Paige Rose

Sibling Names

Tyler Logan Taylor Morgan Blake Avery Brooke

Also a Boy Name

Paige is also used as a boy name, ranked #34595.

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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, and Paiie.

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, and Paiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.