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      Meaning of the first name Cage

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      Confining Structure with Bars

      Variations

      Cade, Cael, Cale
      The name Cage has its origins in English and is derived from the term cage, which refers to a confining structure with bars. This name likely emerged as an occupational name for individuals involved in manufacturing or using cages. Historically, cages were predominantly used for a variety of purposes such as confining animals, incarcerating prisoners, or even as a protective structure for homes. Those individuals who worked with the construction or utilization of cages may have adopted Cage as their name to denote their association with this particular trade.

      Throughout history, the name Cage has appeared in various contexts. In medieval times, it is possible that the name Cage was associated with individuals who worked as jailers or as keepers of wild animals. In feudal societies, where owning and training large birds for falconry was popular, the name Cage might have been given to those who were skilled in taming and housing these birds. It is also plausible that the name was adopted by individuals residing near or within fortified structures, making use of cages for protection against threats.

      In modern-day usage, the name Cage has become less associated with its original connotation. It is now primarily used as a last name in English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. While some individuals still carry the name Cage due to ancestral ties, others may have acquired it through adopting a new family name or by marriage. With widespread globalization, the name Cage can also be found in various parts of the world, albeit with fewer cultural or occupational associations.

      Based on our records...

      Williams

      Williams

      This is the most common surname associated with Cage.
      Mary

      Mary

      This is the most common name of those married to a Cage.
      Cage

      Cage

      This is the most common name for a child of a Cage.
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      1844 is when there were the most people born with the first name Cage.

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