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      Meaning of the first name Paget

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      Little Page

      Variations

      Pagett, Pagit, Page
      The name Paget, originating from English, can be traced back to the Middle Ages when it was commonly used as a descriptive term for an individual who was a young servant or apprentice to a knight or nobleman. The name itself is derived from the Old French term paget, meaning little page. In medieval times, pages were often young boys or teenagers who were in training to become knights themselves, learning the skills of combat, chivalry, and courtly etiquette.

      Throughout history, the name Paget can be found in various documents and records. In medieval England, it was not uncommon for the name to be associated with families who had close ties to the nobility or households of knights. It was a way of denoting a familial relationship to the position of a page. Over time, the name Paget spread and became more common among the general population, as individuals from different social classes adopted names.

      In modern times, the name Paget is still in use, although it is not as prevalent as more common English names. It can be found in different parts of the world, particularly among English-speaking communities. The name may have undergone some variations in spelling or pronunciation over the centuries, but its origins as a descriptive term remain consistent. Today, individuals bearing the name Paget can reflect familial connections to past generations of servants, apprentices, or even those who served in the military as pages.

      Based on our records...

      Bayly

      Bayly

      This is the most common surname associated with Paget.
      Lillie

      Lillie

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

      Arthur

      This is the most common name for a child of a Paget.
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      1861 is when there were the most people born with the first name Paget.

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