Kacey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Kacey is of English origin, derived from the Irish surname O'Cathasaigh, meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful'. The name has evolved from its historical forms through Casey to its current variant Kacey. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is often seen as trendy and youthful. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, but it is linked to notable figures in contemporary culture.

The name Kacey is most popular in Colorado, USA 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, Kacey has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kacey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2203rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1583rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2392nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1590th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7019th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1335th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 681st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1075th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1324th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kacey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kacey"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkeɪsi/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

Kacey is a modern variant of the name Casey, which derives from the Irish surname O'Cathasaigh, meaning 'descendant of Cathasach', where Cathasach means 'vigilant' or 'watchful'.

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Meaning

vigilant, watchful

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Language Evolution

O'Cathasaigh, Casey, Kacey

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Historical Usage

Kacey gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unisex name, often used for both boys and girls.

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Variants & Derivatives

Casey, Kasey, Kaycee

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Modern Popularity & Image

Kacey is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthfulness and creativity.

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Famous People

Kacey Musgraves, a renowned country music singer, Kacey Jordan, an American adult film actress

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kacey"

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 of "Kacey"

"Kacey" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 2203rd of 10718 294
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1583rd of 16616 794
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 2392nd of 24088 762
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1590th of 23106 1,269
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 7019th of 12526 50
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 1335th of 19264 1,318
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 681st of 27321 4,692
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1075th of 35406 3,552
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1324th of 30306 2,137

Regional Popularity of "Kacey" by Generation for 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)
100.00%
1791st/1791
- 100.00%
2265th/2265
100.00%
1763rd/1763
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
1835th/1835
- 100.00%
2017th/2017
100.00%
1824th/1824
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
2417th/2417
100.00%
3001st/3001
100.00%
3300th/3300
100.00%
2550th/2550
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
100.00%
1574th/1574
100.00%
2049th/2049
100.00%
1154th/1154
100.00%
2391st/2391

Regional Popularity of "Kacey" by Generation for 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)
100.00%
1370th/1370
100.00%
1715th/1715
100.00%
1208th/1208
100.00%
1168th/1168
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
666th/666
100.00%
822nd/822
100.00%
609th/609
100.00%
774th/774
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
1139th/1139
100.00%
915th/915
100.00%
1070th/1070
100.00%
1217th/1217
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
100.00%
1505th/1505
100.00%
1229th/1229
100.00%
1292nd/1292
100.00%
1319th/1319

State-by-State Popularity of "Kacey"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Kacey" 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.