Kacie
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
12,731 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1998 Peak Popularity Year
518 Peak Births

Kacie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Kacie is a modern name derived from the Gaelic surname O'Cathasaigh, meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful'. It evolved from the name Casey and has variants such as Kacy and Kacey. The name is popular in contemporary culture and is associated with youthful traits. There is no biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kacie"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkeɪsi/

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Origin

American English

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Etymology

Kacie is a modern diminutive form of the name Kacy, which is derived from the name Casey, itself originating from the Gaelic surname O'Cathasaigh meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful'.

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Meaning

vigilant, watchful

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Language Evolution

Casey, Kacy, Kacie

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Historical Usage

Kacie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.

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Variants & Derivatives

Kacey, Casey, Kacy

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Modern Popularity & Image

Kacie is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthfulness and vibrancy.

📊 Kacie Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Kacie Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Moderately Popular name with 518 peak births in 1998

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 44 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kacie"

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 "Kacie"

"Kacie" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 11609th of 16616 21
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 20187th of 24088 11
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 15496th of 23106 25
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 2023rd of 19264 681
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 555th of 27321 6,360
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 918th of 35406 4,305
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1853rd of 30306 1,328

Regional Popularity of "Kacie" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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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)
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Regional Popularity of "Kacie" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
64.86%
1905th/2937
85.33%
2972nd/3483
45.34%
1595th/3518
43.94%
1777th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
13.03%
480th/3685
15.11%
676th/4475
9.32%
484th/5194
10.42%
658th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
18.86%
864th/4582
18.16%
938th/5164
11.96%
875th/7313
15.57%
1162nd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
47.77%
1903rd/3984
43.95%
1972nd/4487
27.28%
1861st/6822
35.66%
2238th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Kacie"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Kacie" 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 of "Kacie" in the United States

The name Kacie is most popular in Hawaii, 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kacie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Kacie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11609th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15496th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2023rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 555th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 918th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1853rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kacie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Kacie name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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