Boy · 480th of 23,106
Kasen
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
10,896
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2019
Peak Popularity Year
742
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kasen 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
Kasen is a modern American name derived as a variant of Kason, which itself comes from the Greek name Jason meaning 'healer'. It has evolved through names like Kason and Jason. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as trendy today. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪsən/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Kasen is a modern invention and is often considered a variant of the name Kason, which is derived from the name Jason. Jason has Greek origins, meaning 'healer' or 'to heal'.
Meaning
healer
Language Evolution
Kason, Jason
Historical Usage
Kasen gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern name choice, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Kason, Kace, Casey
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Kasen is perceived as trendy and contemporary, appealing to parents looking for unique yet familiar names.
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 742 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 44 US states, with strongest presence in Idaho
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 16 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 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7696th of 16616 | 64 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 890th of 24088 | 3,294 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 480th of 23106 | 7,420 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14529th of 35406 | 82 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18713th of 30306 | 31 |