Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kasey is an Irish name that means 'vigilant' or 'watchful', originating from the surname Ó Cathasaigh. It has evolved through various forms over the centuries and gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unisex name. The name is associated with traits such as friendliness and approachability, and it does not have biblical relevance. Notable people with the name include Kasey Kahne, Kasey Chambers, and Kasey Musgraves.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪsi/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Kasey is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cathasaigh, which means 'descendant of Cathasach', where Cathasach means 'vigilant' or 'watchful'.
Meaning
vigilant, watchful
Language Evolution
Ó Cathasaigh (Old Irish), Cathasach (Old Irish), Kacey (Modern English), Kasey (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Kasey gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often as a unisex name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kacey, Casey, Kacy, Kasi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kasey is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with friendliness and approachability.
Famous People
Kasey Kahne - American race car driver, Kasey Chambers - Australian country music singer, Kasey Musgraves - American singer-songwriter
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,800 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2908th of 7552 | 152 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 805th of 10718 | 1,644 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 514th of 16616 | 5,432 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 798th of 24088 | 3,777 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1469th of 23106 | 1,437 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4212th of 12526 | 163 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 623rd of 19264 | 4,265 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 259th of 27321 | 17,699 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 528th of 35406 | 8,875 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1282nd of 30306 | 2,218 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
51.57% 1431st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
25.30% 743rd/2937 |
41.98% 1462nd/3483 |
27.23% 958th/3518 |
15.11% 611th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.08% 445th/3685 |
16.85% 754th/4475 |
10.67% 554th/5194 |
7.09% 448th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.65% 717th/4582 |
19.79% 1022nd/5164 |
11.50% 841st/7313 |
11.01% 822nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
39.16% 1560th/3984 |
44.06% 1977th/4487 |
20.89% 1425th/6822 |
24.06% 1510th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
63.57% 1764th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.97% 616th/2937 |
25.81% 899th/3483 |
15.69% 552nd/3518 |
15.18% 614th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
6.38% 235th/3685 |
6.28% 281st/4475 |
3.64% 189th/5194 |
6.35% 401st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.65% 534th/4582 |
8.23% 425th/5164 |
6.69% 489th/7313 |
9.94% 742nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.24% 1444th/3984 |
25.67% 1152nd/4487 |
18.47% 1260th/6822 |
23.23% 1458th/6276 |
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 Utah 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 male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2908th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 805th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 514th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 798th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1469th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4212th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 623rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 259th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 528th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1282nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.