Holding steady.
Popularity of Gaje since 1992
Babies named Gaje per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 93 |
| 2010s | 12 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
First recorded in 1992, Gaje is a rare variant of the more common Gage, which itself is an English surname turned given name. Its trajectory has been stable, with a peak in 2008, yet it has never ranked among the top 1,000 boy names. The name Gaje carries the meaning of 'pledge' or 'oath', originating from the Old French word 'gage'. Despite its obscurity, Gaje appeals to parents seeking a concise, distinctive alternative to Gage, fitting into the modern trend of short, strong one-syllable names.
Gaje likely originates as a variant spelling of Gage. The name Gage derives from the Old French word 'gage', meaning a pledge or a token of challenge. Historically, a gage was a glove thrown down as a challenge to a duel. The name entered the English language as a surname before becoming a given name.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Gage
Sibling names for Gaje
Names that share Gaje's style, for a brother or sister.
