Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Casie is an English diminutive of Cassandra, meaning 'pure'. Its linguistic roots trace back to Greek mythology. The name has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy choice. It is often seen as embodying a friendly and playful character. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪ.si/
Origin
English
Etymology
Casie is a diminutive form of the name Cassandra, which has roots in Greek mythology. It is believed to derive from the Greek 'kassandra', meaning 'shining upon man'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Cassandra, Cassey, Kaycee, Casie
Historical Usage
Casie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a playful and youthful image.
Variants & Derivatives
Kasey, Cassi, Cass
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Casie is perceived as a contemporary and approachable name, often associated with a friendly and lively personality.
Famous People
Casie S. McLain, a notable American artist, Casie Chegwidden, a popular social media influencer
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 234 peak births in 1987
Geographic Spread
Popular across 33 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1470th of 19264 | 1,123 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 957th of 27321 | 2,938 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3670th of 35406 | 633 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11771st of 30306 | 90 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
44.54% 1308th/2937 |
57.36% 1998th/3483 |
33.91% 1193rd/3518 |
36.13% 1461st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.44% 827th/3685 |
30.41% 1361st/4475 |
16.13% 838th/5194 |
23.75% 1500th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
65.14% 3364th/5164 |
50.83% 3717th/7313 |
56.14% 4190th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Louisiana across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1470th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 957th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3670th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11771st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.