Cage

What does the baby name Cage mean? Learn about what Cage means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Cage - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Cage: C-A-G-E, is a 4-letter male given name.
Meaning of Cage: Confining structure with bars.
Origin of Cage: The name 'Cage' is of English origin. It is derived from the Middle English word 'cage' which means 'a cage or enclosure for birds or animals'. The name 'Cage' was initially a surname, given to those who were involved in the trade of making or selling cages.; English Names
Popularity of Cage: The name 'Cage' is relatively uncommon as a given name. It has not ranked among the top 1,000 names for boys in the United States in recent years.; Cage currently has 19 likes, and is in the top 7% of liked boy's names. The name Caspian is slightly more popular than Cage.

Etymology of Cage

The etymology of the name 'Cage' can be traced back to the Middle English word 'cage' which originated from the Old French word 'cage' meaning 'a cage or enclosure'. The word itself is derived from the Latin word 'cavea' which has the same meaning.

Cultural Significance of Cage

The name 'Cage' does not hold significant cultural or historical associations. It is a name that primarily refers to the object of a cage or enclosure and does not have any specific cultural or symbolic meaning.