Kacen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-sen / /ˈkeɪ.sən/English; Irish
Meaning
English: alert; Irish: pure
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Kacen is often seen as a modern variant of the name Cason, which conveys a sense of alertness. In Irish tradition, the name is associated with purity and has roots in the Gaelic language.
Trend Summary
The name Kacen has seen a rise in usage as a modern alternative to traditional names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Cason
- Kason
- Kace
International Variants
- Kacper (Polish)
- Kacian (Slavic)
Famous people named Kacen
Kacen Callender — author.
Kacen McKinney — athlete.
Fictional characters named Kacen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kacen was first seen in the United States in 2000. Kacen has ranked as high as #1166 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Louisiana, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kacen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kacen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 48 |
| 2012 | 77 |
| 2013 | 66 |
| 2014 | 88 |
| 2015 | 95 |
| 2016 | 74 |
| 2017 | 105 |
| 2018 | 145 |
| 2019 | 206 |
| 2020 | 130 |
| 2021 | 109 |
| 2022 | 99 |
| 2023 | 67 |
| 2024 | 83 |