Kacy Unisex

Popularity: #936 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAY-see //ˈkeɪ.si//

Origin: English; Irish

Meaning: English: alert; Irish: vigilant

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Kacy is believed to have originated as a variant of the name Casey, which has roots in the Irish Gaelic name "O'Cathasaigh," meaning "descendant of Cathasach," with Cathasach translating to "vigilant" or "watchful." The name Casey was adopted into English through the Anglicization of Irish surnames, particularly during the 19th century as Irish immigrants settled in English-speaking countries. The transition from Casey to Kacy likely occurred as parents sought unique or modernized spellings of traditional names, a trend that has been prevalent in various cultures.

Historically, the name Casey has been borne by notable figures, including the legendary Irish hero Cú Chulainn, whose name is sometimes associated with the Casey lineage. The name gained further prominence in the 20th century through various cultural references, including literature and sports.

The use of Casey in popular culture, particularly in American contexts, has contributed to its recognition, although specific historical milestones for Kacy as a distinct name are less documented. Culturally, the name Kacy, like its variants, carries connotations of strength and vigilance, reflecting its Gaelic origins.

The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing resilience and watchfulness. Diminutive forms such as Kay or Kace have also emerged, further diversifying the name's usage.

Overall, Kacy represents a blend of historical significance and cultural resonance, rooted in its etymological beginnings and the enduring qualities associated with its meanings.

Famous people named Kacy

In this section, you will find notable people named Kacy. 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 Kacy who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Kacy who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Kacy Catanzaro is a gymnast and television personality best known for American Ninja Warrior and her viral obstacle course performances.

Kacy Hill is a singer and songwriter best known for her albums Like a Woman and Is It Selfish If We Talk About Me Again?

Kacy McDermott is a professional wrestler best known for her appearances in WWE and NXT.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Kacy, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Kacy. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kacy was first seen in the United States in 1956.

Kacy has ranked as high as #1518 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Ohio, and Oklahoma.

In the past 5 years the name Kacy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Kacy 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 Kacy 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 Kacy.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 22 10 12
2024 30 10 20
2023 23 12 11
2022 26 10 16
2021 31 9 22
2020 21 0 21
2019 32 7 25
2018 36 9 27
2017 42 7 35
2016 40 0 40
2015 45 5 40
2014 50 7 43
2013 40 8 32
2012 51 10 41
2011 56 6 50
2010 49 0 49
2009 55 8 47
2008 58 5 53
2007 92 9 83
2006 90 11 79
2005 111 18 93
2004 112 14 98
2003 120 11 109
2002 99 6 93
2001 80 11 69
2000 101 12 89
1999 110 12 98
1998 109 21 88
1997 118 25 93
1996 166 25 141
1995 162 21 141
1994 166 22 144
1993 152 25 127
1992 217 37 180
1991 207 29 178
1990 222 26 196
1989 202 26 176
1988 193 29 164
1987 203 29 174
1986 180 20 160
1985 184 27 157
1984 169 26 143
1983 175 23 152
1982 172 23 149
1981 163 27 136
1980 160 22 138
1979 176 26 150
1978 145 23 122
1977 90 22 68
1976 88 23 65
1975 105 35 70
1974 79 28 51
1973 80 31 49
1972 53 9 44
1971 49 17 32
1970 39 9 30
1969 47 21 26
1968 30 16 14
1967 14 0 14
1966 30 12 18
1965 10 0 10
1964 6 6 0
1963 5 5 0
1962 17 5 12
1961 8 0 8
1959 7 0 7
1958 8 0 8
1957 10 0 10
1956 9 0 9

Top States for Kacy (2017)

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
CA 6
100%