Paige
Paige is an girl name of English, from Old French origin, meaning “Young servant, page”.
| Meaning | Young servant, page |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | English, from Old French |
| Pronunciation | PAYJ |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Paige
Paige comes from the medieval occupational surname Page, given to someone who worked as a page, a young attendant in a noble household. The word reached English through Old French page and is often traced further back to Italian paggio and possibly Greek paidion, 'little boy'. It began to be used as a girls' first name in the United States in the twentieth century and rose sharply from the 1980s, helped by the fashion for surname-style names.
Is Paige a religious name?
Paige has no religious background; it is a secular English name drawn from a job title.
How popular is Paige?
Well known throughout the English-speaking world, though past its peak popularity.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Paige mean?
Paige means 'Young servant, page'. It is of English, from Old French origin.
Does Paige have a religious meaning?
Paige has no religious background; it is a secular English name drawn from a job title.
How do you pronounce Paige?
Paige is pronounced PAYJ.
Is Paige a boy or girl name?
Paige is usually a girl name.