Sage
Modern with easy energy without losing lift.
US rank
#146
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Popularity
for girls
25-year trend
By gender, US 2024
Why it sticks
One syllable magic
Short names can feel effortless when they still carry warmth and personality. This one lands fast, but never feels thin.
Clean and unfussy
There is nothing cluttered or overworked about it. The simplicity feels intentional, which gives it staying power.
Easy to say, easy to keep
Names that move cleanly through conversation tend to stick around. This one feels natural in introductions, everyday use, and the long run.
Recognizable but still distinct
People know it, but it does not disappear into the background. That middle ground can be especially appealing.
Modern, but not trendy
It feels current without tying itself to one moment. That helps it stay fresh longer.
The vibe
Sage earns attention by being specific without being showy. The single syllable carries a botanical reference that reads as grounded and modern at once — an herb and a color and a quality all compressed into four letters. It peaked at 143 in 2022 and sits at 146 now, still near its ceiling, and it works across genders without losing definition in either direction.
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for girls
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