Girl · 3038th of 27,321
Cayce
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,734
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1987
Peak Popularity Year
70
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Cayce stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Cayce is an English name that means 'hollow' or 'cask'. It evolved from historical forms such as Cais and Kays. The name has gained popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century and is often seen as creative and unique. It has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪsi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Cayce is derived from a surname that has Old English roots, likely coming from a place name meaning 'the place of the cask' or 'the hollow'.
Meaning
Hollow or cask
Language Evolution
Cais, Kays, Cayce
Historical Usage
Cayce gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the 20th century, particularly in the mid-1900s.
Variants & Derivatives
Casey, Kacey, Kasey
Modern Popularity & Image
Cayce is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Cayce Pollard, an American psychic and mystic., Cayce McCall, a fictional character from the television series 'Cayce'.
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 70 peak births in 1987
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 32 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4167th of 10718 | 99 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4022nd of 16616 | 200 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7057th of 24088 | 157 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7207th of 23106 | 132 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3914th of 19264 | 254 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3038th of 27321 | 553 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6782nd of 35406 | 276 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15202nd of 30306 | 53 |