Kage Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Kage' originates from Japanese, meaning 'shadow'. It has evolved from Old Japanese and is associated with themes of mystery and stealth. There is no biblical relevance. The name has gained popularity through literature and media, and it has variants such as 'Kagetsu' and 'Kagami'. Notable figures with this name include Kageyama Shigeo and Kageyama Taro.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kage"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪdʒ/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name 'Kage' means 'shadow' in Japanese. It is derived from the kanji characters '影'.
Meaning
shadow
Language Evolution
Kage (Japanese), Kage (Old Japanese)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in various forms of Japanese literature and media, particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Kagetsu, Kagami
Modern Popularity & Image
Kage is often associated with mystery and stealth, commonly used in popular culture, especially in anime and video games.
Famous People
Kageyama Shigeo, Kageyama Taro
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✨ Kage Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 85 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 15 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kage"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kage"
"Kage" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8116th of 16616 | 56 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2289th of 24088 | 818 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2475th of 23106 | 644 |
Regional Popularity of "Kage" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.97% 2152nd/4582 |
- |
41.91% 3065th/7313 |
41.81% 3120th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.55% 2532nd/3984 |
- |
36.24% 2472nd/6822 |
47.13% 2958th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kage" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kage"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kage" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kage" in the United States
The name Kage is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kage' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8116th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2289th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2475th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kage' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.