Holding steady.
Popularity of Gadge since 1993
Babies named Gadge per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 37 |
| 2000s | 98 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gadge is a rare modern given name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1993. It has never ranked in the top 1000 and has been given to fewer than 5 babies annually, with a stable trajectory. The name's peak year of use was 2006, but even then it remained extremely uncommon. Gadge may have originated as a surname or a creative respelling of similar names like Gage. Its top states are unknown due to low numbers. Without a clear etymology or cultural tradition, Gadge remains a distinctive but obscure choice.
Gadge first appeared in U.S. records in 1993, likely a modern coinage or surname used as a given name. It does not have a clear etymological derivation from any established language. Its usage remains rare, with no documented historical or linguistic roots.
Sibling names for Gadge
Names that share Gadge's style, for a brother or sister.

