Kayce
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
5,606 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2024 Peak Popularity Year
845 Peak Births

Kayce Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Kayce has its roots in the English language, evolved from the Irish surname Ó Cathasaigh, and means brave or vigilant. It has transformed through various forms and is associated with modernity and individuality. There is no significant biblical relevance tied to the name.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kayce"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkeɪs/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

The name Kayce is a modern variation of the name Casey, which is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cathasaigh, meaning 'descendant of Cathasach'.

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Meaning

Brave; vigilant

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Language Evolution

Casey, Kaycee, Kacey, Kayce

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Historical Usage

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

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Variants & Derivatives

Kacey, Kasey, Casey

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Modern Popularity & Image

Kayce is perceived as a modern, trendy name that conveys a sense of individuality and creativity.

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Famous People

Kayce Smith, Kayce Freed, Kayce Mottet Klein

📊 Kayce Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

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

Recent 3-Year Analysis

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

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✨ Kayce Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Moderately Popular name with 845 peak births in 2024

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 41 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina

Historical Span

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

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Generational Impact

Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kayce"

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 "Kayce"

"Kayce" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 11936th of 16616 19
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 9577th of 24088 93
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1052nd of 23106 2,356
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 7459th of 12526 42
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 2809th of 19264 414
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 1638th of 27321 1,362
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 3002nd of 35406 843
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 3820th of 30306 477

Regional Popularity of "Kayce" 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)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
22.92%
913th/3984
26.99%
1211th/4487
13.44%
917th/6822
17.42%
1093rd/6276

Regional Popularity of "Kayce" 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)
- - 60.97%
2145th/3518
74.26%
3003rd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
61.22%
2256th/3685
64.72%
2896th/4475
22.99%
1194th/5194
51.75%
3269th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
79.11%
3625th/4582
79.53%
4107th/5164
37.77%
2762nd/7313
66.02%
4927th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- 82.79%
3715th/4487
57.21%
3903rd/6822
65.34%
4101st/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Kayce"

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

The name Kayce is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining 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, Kayce 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, too falling for female in South, too falling 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, 'Kayce' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11936th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9577th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1052nd out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7459th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2809th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1638th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3002nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3820th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kayce' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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