Does a medieval page have to be a boy?

Traditionally, a medieval page was a young boy, typically starting around the age of seven, who served in the household of a knight or nobleman. This role was part of the training for knighthood, involving learning skills such as horsemanship, manners, and basic combat. However, there are historical instances where girls also participated in similar roles, especially in noble households, although they were not typically referred to as pages. Thus, while the role was predominantly male, it was not exclusively so.