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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAY-see //ˈkeɪ.si//
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: Pure; Irish: Alert
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kacie is a modern variant of the name Casey, which has its roots in the Irish surname O'Cathasaigh. The original Gaelic form, "Cathasach," translates to "vigilant" or "watchful." This name was anglicized to Casey in the 19th century, and from this form, Kacie emerged as a feminine variant, particularly in the late 20th century.
The transition into English reflects a broader trend of adapting traditional names to fit contemporary phonetic preferences, often incorporating softer sounds and spellings. Historically, the name Casey has been borne by notable figures, including the Irish-American baseball player Casey Stengel, who played in the early 20th century.
The name also appears in various cultural references, such as the famous American folk song "Casey Jones," which tells the story of a railroad engineer. The use of Casey in literature and popular culture has contributed to its recognition, while Kacie, as a derivative, gained traction in the latter part of the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Culturally, names like Kacie resonate with themes of strength and resilience, echoing the meanings associated with their roots. The adaptability of the name reflects a broader societal trend towards personalized naming practices, where traditional names are modified to create unique identities.
Kacie, along with its variants, has been embraced for its melodic quality and modern appeal, often seen as a fresh take on a classic name. This evolution illustrates the dynamic nature of language and naming conventions, as they adapt to cultural shifts and preferences.
Famous people named Kacie
In this section, you will find notable people named Kacie. 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 Kacie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Kacie who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Kacie McDonnell is a television personality best known for her work with Fox Sports and as a host on various sports shows.
Kacie Catanzaro is a gymnast and television personality best known for competing on American Ninja Warrior and being the first woman to complete a city finals course on the show.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kacie was first seen in the United States in 1966.
Kacie has ranked as high as #789 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Kacie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kacie 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 Kacie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Kacie (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| KY | 5 |
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 Kacie.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 112 |
| 2023 | 89 |
| 2022 | 81 |
| 2021 | 94 |
| 2020 | 108 |
| 2019 | 113 |
| 2018 | 124 |
| 2017 | 110 |
| 2016 | 110 |
| 2015 | 141 |
| 2014 | 124 |
| 2013 | 122 |
| 2012 | 137 |
| 2011 | 132 |
| 2010 | 138 |
| 2009 | 173 |
| 2008 | 194 |
| 2007 | 218 |
| 2006 | 202 |
| 2005 | 205 |
| 2004 | 226 |
| 2003 | 293 |
| 2002 | 299 |
| 2001 | 332 |
| 2000 | 395 |
| 1999 | 458 |
| 1998 | 512 |
| 1997 | 391 |
| 1996 | 409 |
| 1995 | 370 |
| 1994 | 353 |
| 1993 | 429 |
| 1992 | 476 |
| 1991 | 450 |
| 1990 | 460 |
| 1989 | 449 |
| 1988 | 429 |
| 1987 | 423 |
| 1986 | 434 |
| 1985 | 352 |
| 1984 | 420 |
| 1983 | 346 |
| 1982 | 300 |
| 1981 | 260 |
| 1980 | 189 |
| 1979 | 104 |
| 1978 | 74 |
| 1977 | 71 |
| 1976 | 38 |
| 1975 | 54 |
| 1974 | 38 |
| 1973 | 35 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1966 | 7 |