Kaci Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAY-see //ˈkeɪ.si//
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: alert; Irish: pure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kaci is a modern variant of the name Casey, which has its roots in the Irish surname O'Cathasaigh, meaning "descendant of Cathasach," with Cathasach translating to "vigilant" or "watchful" in Gaelic. This name made its way into English through the Anglicization of Irish names during the 19th century, particularly as Irish immigrants settled in English-speaking countries.
The name Casey has been used as both a given name and a surname, and its variants, including Kaci, emerged as part of a broader trend of creating unique spellings of traditional names in the late 20th century. Historically, the name Casey gained prominence in the United States during the 20th century, particularly due to its association with the famous baseball poem "Casey at the Bat," published in 1888 by Ernest Lawrence Thayer.
This cultural touchstone contributed to the name's recognition and usage. Additionally, the name has been borne by various notable figures, including athletes and entertainers, which further solidified its presence in popular culture.
Culturally, Kaci and its variants are often associated with qualities such as strength and resilience, reflecting the original meanings tied to vigilance and watchfulness. The name has also been embraced in various forms across different cultures, with diminutives like Kace or Kay being used in informal contexts.
The evolution of Kaci illustrates the dynamic nature of naming practices, where traditional roots can inspire contemporary adaptations that resonate with new generations.
Famous people named Kaci
In this section, you will find notable people named Kaci. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Kaci who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Kaci who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Kaci Brown is a singer and songwriter best known for her albums and singles including 'Instigator' and 'Crazy.'.
Kaci Lyn Battaglia is a singer and actress best known for her singles 'Dancing in the Rain' and 'I Can't Help Myself.'.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaci was first seen in the United States in 1965.
Kaci has ranked as high as #1135 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Louisiana, Georgia, and Oklahoma.
In the past 5 years the name Kaci has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kaci is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kaci was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kaci.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 99 | 11 | 88 |
| 2024 | 106 | 13 | 93 |
| 2023 | 121 | 14 | 107 |
| 2022 | 138 | 15 | 123 |
| 2021 | 122 | 12 | 110 |
| 2020 | 137 | 11 | 126 |
| 2019 | 144 | 6 | 138 |
| 2018 | 148 | 5 | 143 |
| 2017 | 147 | 5 | 142 |
| 2016 | 170 | 5 | 165 |
| 2015 | 147 | 7 | 140 |
| 2014 | 127 | 0 | 127 |
| 2013 | 153 | 8 | 145 |
| 2012 | 129 | 0 | 129 |
| 2011 | 151 | 0 | 151 |
| 2010 | 180 | 0 | 180 |
| 2009 | 157 | 0 | 157 |
| 2008 | 197 | 7 | 190 |
| 2007 | 187 | 5 | 182 |
| 2006 | 234 | 0 | 234 |
| 2005 | 245 | 0 | 245 |
| 2004 | 243 | 0 | 243 |
| 2003 | 240 | 0 | 240 |
| 2002 | 212 | 6 | 206 |
| 2001 | 229 | 0 | 229 |
| 2000 | 229 | 5 | 224 |
| 1999 | 267 | 12 | 255 |
| 1998 | 287 | 6 | 281 |
| 1997 | 255 | 0 | 255 |
| 1996 | 263 | 0 | 263 |
| 1995 | 225 | 5 | 220 |
| 1994 | 239 | 5 | 234 |
| 1993 | 293 | 0 | 293 |
| 1992 | 293 | 5 | 288 |
| 1991 | 332 | 0 | 332 |
| 1990 | 362 | 0 | 362 |
| 1989 | 348 | 0 | 348 |
| 1988 | 318 | 0 | 318 |
| 1987 | 287 | 0 | 287 |
| 1986 | 308 | 6 | 302 |
| 1985 | 213 | 0 | 213 |
| 1984 | 195 | 0 | 195 |
| 1983 | 188 | 0 | 188 |
| 1982 | 158 | 0 | 158 |
| 1981 | 140 | 0 | 140 |
| 1980 | 164 | 0 | 164 |
| 1979 | 143 | 0 | 143 |
| 1978 | 100 | 0 | 100 |
| 1977 | 78 | 0 | 78 |
| 1976 | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| 1975 | 62 | 0 | 62 |
| 1974 | 50 | 0 | 50 |
| 1973 | 43 | 0 | 43 |
| 1972 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 1971 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 1970 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| 1969 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1968 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1967 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1966 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Kaci (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 18 | |
| GA | 10 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |