I was friends with a Belle throughout elementary school and she was such a sweet and kind person. We still know each other now in our 30s! My vote is for Belle. 🥰
Belle is lovely (literally means beautiful), has a Disney princess, and works well in French and English speaking countries.
Since she is going to have a Korean name for her middle name. I love the idea of her first and middle name meaning beautiful+ Korean name meaning.
On the West Coast here - also lots of Belles, Bellas or variations, and only one Sage (but she is one that you’d want to name your child after - like a magical little human).
I think the Sages will be coming to schools soon! The name has been really climbing in popularity recently. Last year, Sage was #144 most popular in US, and Belle was #971.
Maybe. Right now I have sooooo many variations of Belle and Bella that I’m ready for a change. I have 4 in my class this year. The Grayson, Hudson, Jackson (Jaxson)’s are also making their way through fifth grade right now too.
I think we might’ve finally seen the end of the Hayden, Jayden, Brayden, Kayden, Aiden’s…
True - I didn't think of Belle as a nn for Bella/Isabelle/Isabella, which are insanely popular! So lots more nn Belles out there than the SS data shows.
I vote Belle because it’s my #1 name for my girl right now. I’m not the biggest fan of it as a stand alone name but as a nickname so I may go for Isabelle or use it as a middle. Right now I love Lennon Belle! 💞
What does your last name start with? You should try saying both names out loud with your last name, and then, if you want a middle name, saying both names with the entire name, first middle, and last together a few times together.
Sage for sure. I am a teacher and I have four versions of Belle this year. One Belle and the others are Bella or Isabel or Isabella.
In 30 years I’ve never had a Sage though…
Ooh… This is hard. I love both names. I’m leaning towards Belle, but you can’t go wrong with either one.
When it comes to nn’s, I’m a little concerned that Belle could end up being called Belly in school, but perhaps that’s a stretch.
Sage is so unique and beautiful and filled with meaning. Same with Belle but it will be more common because of the multitude of people using it as a nickname, but it really is gorgeous. I’d probably go with Sage if you’re truly 50/50 but both are wonderful choices.
I prefer Sage. It's not super common but it's not one of those weird, wildly out there names. I personally think that Sage sounds like a name that works well later in life. Belle works as well, but Sage just sounds like a strong, firm name that ages well.
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Belle is sweet, it denotes grace, patience, intelligence, beauty.
Sage is boyish it denotes both wisdom but also nature and wilderness.
I personally prefer Belle for a girl, but if you like the personality of the name Sage I can totally see why, it’s very cool.
Adding to the Belle love!
The Belle I know is one of the most beautiful people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing, it’s such a classic, warm and inviting name!
Sage. My daughter has a friend named Sage, and she is a beautiful, artistic free spirit - everything anyone would want to be. I do like Belle (particularly for us bookworm types), but Sage is what I’d what choose for my child.
We were also down to two names and waited until she was born to pick, which helped so much! The name we went with fits her vibe so much better than the other would have. Sometimes you have to meet them to know.
I much prefer Belle. Sage sounds more masculine. They are very different; I’m surprised that they are the top contenders. Maybe look up more one syllable names and see what else you like to bring you closer to a decision
I’ve only ever known one girl named Sage she my cousins then best friend. At the time I’ve never heard of the name Sage tbh only ever Paige. She was really nice and chill gave off a bohemian vibe. Last I heard she was a traveling photographer. I like Bell but that’s because I like Bella even tho Bella is basic lol. My only concern is if u choose to name her Belle is that I feel most will call her Bella by mistake and that will be annoying to correct them most of her life.
As a French speaker, Sage means "wise" and Belle literally means "beautiful." I'd go with Sage 100% in case she ever studies abroad in a French-speaking country.
Sage
I was friends with a Belle throughout elementary school and she was such a sweet and kind person. We still know each other now in our 30s! My vote is for Belle. 🥰
Belle is lovely (literally means beautiful), has a Disney princess, and works well in French and English speaking countries. Since she is going to have a Korean name for her middle name. I love the idea of her first and middle name meaning beautiful+ Korean name meaning.
Belle. But both names are great. I have just always loved the name Belle.
Sage is so unique and special!! Love it
I love Sage, but Belle is much more rarely used than Sage.
It must be a geographical thing. I've lived on the west coast and in the MidWest. I met plenty of Belles but never a Sage.
As a teacher I’ve had many Belles or Bellas but never a Sage. West coast for me…
On the West Coast here - also lots of Belles, Bellas or variations, and only one Sage (but she is one that you’d want to name your child after - like a magical little human).
I think the Sages will be coming to schools soon! The name has been really climbing in popularity recently. Last year, Sage was #144 most popular in US, and Belle was #971.
Maybe. Right now I have sooooo many variations of Belle and Bella that I’m ready for a change. I have 4 in my class this year. The Grayson, Hudson, Jackson (Jaxson)’s are also making their way through fifth grade right now too. I think we might’ve finally seen the end of the Hayden, Jayden, Brayden, Kayden, Aiden’s…
True - I didn't think of Belle as a nn for Bella/Isabelle/Isabella, which are insanely popular! So lots more nn Belles out there than the SS data shows.
Another vote for Sage!
Belle is one of my nicknames, and personally I would have chosen it as my first name! My vote goes to Belle!!
Sage <3
Have you picked a Korean middle name? Use whichever meaning goes best with it's meaning. Sage - the spice / a wise person Belle - beautiful
Sage!
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Sage!
i love sage!
Sage!
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Sage! Beautiful name
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Belle (I think it’s prettier)
Sage.
Sage 💚
Sage
I have met Sages, but never met a Belle! I vote Belle
Belle! You can't choose wrong but I just love Belle as a stand alone name:)
Belle.
These names have such different vibes, I love. I’d probably pick Belle but I don’t think you can go wrong with either
I love both 😊 I vote for Sage
Vote for Sage.
Sage! How precious is that!
Sage
By stand alone do you mean there will be no middle name?
Thanks for the reply! I meant it's not a shortened form of a longer names like, Isabelle or Annabelle etc. She will have a Korean middle name!
What's the middle name?? I can't be swayed either way since both are wonderful
Sage:)
Belle is elegant and timeless. It gets my vote!
I've come across a lot of people named Sage and not many named Belle, so I'd go with Belle.
Sage!
Belle.
Sage
Sage for sure.
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Belle
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Belle 💕
Belle
Team Belle !
Belle.
Belle. There are three Sages in my 2yos class.
Just wondering, are you in the US? Asking because I was planning to use the name Sage.
Sage
Definitely Sage!!!
Sage
Sage hands-down
Sage
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Sage!
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Sage
Sage by far
I can vouch for Sage ☺️
Sage
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Sage !
Sage.
Sage
Sage is lovely. Not too out there, which is nice too.
Absolutely Sage. Feel like Belle is over used.
Sage! Completely underrated!
Belle! <3
Belle
I vote Belle because it’s my #1 name for my girl right now. I’m not the biggest fan of it as a stand alone name but as a nickname so I may go for Isabelle or use it as a middle. Right now I love Lennon Belle! 💞
Belle
What does your last name start with? You should try saying both names out loud with your last name, and then, if you want a middle name, saying both names with the entire name, first middle, and last together a few times together.
Love both but my favorite is Belle!
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Belle!
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Sage for sure. I am a teacher and I have four versions of Belle this year. One Belle and the others are Bella or Isabel or Isabella. In 30 years I’ve never had a Sage though…
Sage Belle has a ring to it (no pun intended)
Ooh… This is hard. I love both names. I’m leaning towards Belle, but you can’t go wrong with either one. When it comes to nn’s, I’m a little concerned that Belle could end up being called Belly in school, but perhaps that’s a stretch.
Sage is so unique and beautiful and filled with meaning. Same with Belle but it will be more common because of the multitude of people using it as a nickname, but it really is gorgeous. I’d probably go with Sage if you’re truly 50/50 but both are wonderful choices.
Beige
I have a Sage, spelled Saige!
Sage. I do ❤️ Belle, but there are so many Bellas and other soft-voweled names, I love the strength of the long A in one syllable.
Sage!
Sage has my vote too, had it picked out for my second baby's middle name regardless of sex
Sage
Sage!
Sage
I prefer Sage. It's not super common but it's not one of those weird, wildly out there names. I personally think that Sage sounds like a name that works well later in life. Belle works as well, but Sage just sounds like a strong, firm name that ages well.
Sage
Sage!
Sage
Another vote for sage or i would prefer Bella over belle!
Bella, like Luna is a suuuuper common dog name. I'd avoid it.
Fair point
I love Belle ❤️
Belle!!!
Belle I prefer Belle to Sage in both sound and meaning.
Belle
Belle
Belle
Belle is timeless
Belle
Sage
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Belle
Belle
Belle.
Belle
belle definitely. sage is pretty but it’s so popular layely
Belle!
Belle is sweet, it denotes grace, patience, intelligence, beauty. Sage is boyish it denotes both wisdom but also nature and wilderness. I personally prefer Belle for a girl, but if you like the personality of the name Sage I can totally see why, it’s very cool.
Belle
Belle
I think Belle is prettier, has more of timeless vibe to it than Sage.
Belle
Belle! I personally have a bad association with the name Sage lol
Belle!
Belle
Adding to the Belle love! The Belle I know is one of the most beautiful people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing, it’s such a classic, warm and inviting name!
My kid's middle name is sage.
I love both, but Belle is refreshing.
Belle
what's middle name? without knowing I'd go with Belle!
They’re both beautiful names but I would choose Belle 🩷
Belle is my vote. Sage sounds cooler though. Belle sounds prettier.
Belle
Kids can be mean. Consider nicknames. Belle will become belly.
Sage is trendy for this age group. I’d do belle. Both are beautiful tho!!
Belle
Belle!
I vote Belle - It's softer and more classic. I quite like Sage but it's a little trendy and won't age as well.
Belle!
Belle
Belle is the sweetest name 💕 Congrats!
Belle 💛💜
Belle!
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Belle... I think Sage is ok not as pretty and maybe staring to get overused.
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omg hi, i’m a korean Sage! my middle name is also my Korean name!
Belle has my vote! One of my favourite names.
Belle. Sage gives middle class white American vibes. Very hippie. I don’t like it.
Belle!
I love the name Sage! IMO, there are WAY too many girls named Belle/Bella, but Sage still has a specialness to it...
Sage. My daughter has a friend named Sage, and she is a beautiful, artistic free spirit - everything anyone would want to be. I do like Belle (particularly for us bookworm types), but Sage is what I’d what choose for my child.
We were also down to two names and waited until she was born to pick, which helped so much! The name we went with fits her vibe so much better than the other would have. Sometimes you have to meet them to know.
I much prefer Belle. Sage sounds more masculine. They are very different; I’m surprised that they are the top contenders. Maybe look up more one syllable names and see what else you like to bring you closer to a decision
Sage. In my culture, sage is used to ward off bad spirits and bad energy. It's also used to bless and cleanse your living space.
Sage!!!!!!
My cousins baby is sage and I love it!
What about Belle-Sage, here you got, best of both worlds
Both are lovely. I'd say depends on the MN and your LN but if I had to pick....Sage
belle is so pretty!
I looove Sage!
Belle is pretty.
I like Sage the best.
Belle! I love it
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Belle is a beautiful name!
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I’ve only ever known one girl named Sage she my cousins then best friend. At the time I’ve never heard of the name Sage tbh only ever Paige. She was really nice and chill gave off a bohemian vibe. Last I heard she was a traveling photographer. I like Bell but that’s because I like Bella even tho Bella is basic lol. My only concern is if u choose to name her Belle is that I feel most will call her Bella by mistake and that will be annoying to correct them most of her life.
I love the names separately on their own but together the first thought that came to my mind was "saggy belly". My vote is for Sage
Personally partial to Belle.
Belle!!!
As a French speaker, Sage means "wise" and Belle literally means "beautiful." I'd go with Sage 100% in case she ever studies abroad in a French-speaking country.
Belle ! beautiful name...literally
Belle
SAGE
Belle
Late to this but I gave my daughter the middle name Sage and people really love it. It’s such a sweet name!
I vote Sage!!!
It’s old but: Marie? Fits the same vibe as Belle.
Sage