Both are derived from the Old Norse byname, Félagi meaning “fellow; partner; companion.”
Lauge is the Danish form while, Lage is the Swedish and Norwegian form.
Currently, Lauge is the 32nd Most Popular Male Name in Denmark (2018).
Other forms include:
- Lagho (Old Danish, Old Swedish)
- Lago (Danish, Swedish)
- Laugi (Icelandic)
- Lau/Laue (Norwegian)
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