Paige Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Paige has its origins in English, derived from the Middle English term for 'young servant'. It has evolved through various forms, maintaining its connection to service and youthfulness. While it has no biblical relevance, Paige has become popular in contemporary culture, often viewed positively. Notable individuals with this name include actress Paige Davis and mixed martial artist Paige VanZant.
The name Paige is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Paige has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, too rising for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Paige' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2597th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2304th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2039th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2494th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3173rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7307th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4569th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2345th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 737th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 404th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 109th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 67th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 197th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Paige' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Paige"
Pronunciation
/peɪdʒ/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Paige derives from the Middle English word 'paige', which means 'young servant' or 'attendant'. The term originally referred to a young boy who served a knight or nobleman.
Meaning
young servant
Language Evolution
Old French: 'page', Middle English: 'paige', Modern English: 'Paige'
Historical Usage
Paige began to gain popularity as a given name for girls in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Page, Payge
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Paige is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthful energy and friendliness.
Famous People
Paige Davis, an American actress and television host, Paige VanZant, an American mixed martial artist and model
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Paige"
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 "Paige"
"Paige" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2597th of 7545 | 160 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2304th of 6773 | 192 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2039th of 7552 | 295 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2494th of 10718 | 244 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3173rd of 16616 | 285 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7307th of 24088 | 149 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4569th of 9107 | 67 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2345th of 9204 | 245 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 737th of 12526 | 3,327 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 404th of 19264 | 8,678 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 109th of 27321 | 45,712 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 67th of 35406 | 69,048 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 197th of 30306 | 18,771 |
Regional Popularity of "Paige" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
91.55% 2166th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
68.03% 1941st/2853 |
57.80% 1604th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
46.57% 2942nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
54.75% 4004th/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Paige" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
90.55% 1409th/1556 |
81.68% 1922nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
35.38% 788th/2227 |
31.73% 771st/2430 |
24.71% 705th/2853 |
22.31% 619th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.27% 419th/2937 |
13.52% 471st/3483 |
10.01% 352nd/3518 |
10.48% 424th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
2.09% 77th/3685 |
2.50% 112th/4475 |
2.43% 126th/5194 |
2.28% 144th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
0.74% 34th/4582 |
1.03% 53rd/5164 |
1.52% 111th/7313 |
1.23% 92nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.22% 168th/3984 |
3.03% 136th/4487 |
4.06% 277th/6822 |
2.84% 178th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Paige"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Paige" 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.