"Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding."
Christian Name · Latin Origin
Sage Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Sage
unisex
Sage means "Wise; Herb of healing", a unisex name of Latin origin. The name Sage does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Sage embodies the pursuit of wisdom — the discernment that heals, guides, and illuminates the path of righteousness.
Is Sage in the Bible?
No — the name Sage does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Wise; Herb of healing", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Sage.
Pronunciation:/SAYJ/
OriginLatin
MeaningWise; Herb of healing
What does Sage mean?
Sage is a unisex name of Latin origin meaning "Wise; Herb of healing". Sage means 'wise' in Latin and also refers to the healing herb. Scripture elevates wisdom as the principal thing — more valuable than gold or silver. The name combines intellectual discernment with the healing properties of godly counsel.
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What does Sage mean in the Bible?
Sage means "Wise; Herb of healing" and is a name of Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Sage means 'wise' in Latin and also refers to the healing herb. Scripture elevates wisdom as the principal thing — more valuable than gold or silver. The name combines intellectual discernment with the healing properties of godly counsel.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Sage?
Sage is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Wise; Herb of healing" — not because Scripture names anyone Sage.
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Which books of the Bible mention Sage?
Sage is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Sage?
Sage embodies the pursuit of wisdom — the discernment that heals, guides, and illuminates the path of righteousness.
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Names like Sage
Other Latin biblical names that share the spirit of "Wise; Herb of healing" — discovered by matching meaning category and origin.
Felicity
"Happiness; Good fortune; Blessedness"
girl
Pearl
"Precious gem formed in a shell"
girl
Priscilla
"Ancient; Venerable; Classic"
girl
Blaise
"Lisping; Stammering"
boy
Horatio
"Timekeeper; Man of the hour"
boy
Quintessa
"Fifth; Essence; Quintessence"
girl
Quintessa
"Fifth; Essence"
girl
Valerian
"Strong; Healthy; From Valeria"
boy
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Sage name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Sage does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Wise; Herb of healing", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Sage.
Sage means "Wise; Herb of healing." It is a Latin name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Wise; Herb of healing" — runs right through the Bible.
Latin. Sage comes into English from Latin and carries the sense "Wise; Herb of healing." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Sage
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Sage?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Sage?
You can read every verse where Sage appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.