Kasey Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAY-see /ˈkeɪ.si/
Origin: Irish; English
Meaning: Irish: vigilant; English: alert
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kasey has its roots in the Irish name "Caoimhe," which means "gentle" or "beautiful." This name evolved through various linguistic transformations, beginning with its Gaelic origins. The name was anglicized to "Kasey" in the 20th century, reflecting a broader trend of adapting traditional names into more contemporary forms.
The transition from Gaelic to English often involved changes in spelling and pronunciation, leading to variations such as "Casey," which is also commonly used as a unisex name. Historically, the name Casey has been associated with several notable figures and events.
In Irish history, the surname Casey is derived from the Gaelic "O'Cathasaigh," meaning "descendant of Cathasach," a personal name that translates to "vigilant" or "watchful." The name has appeared in various historical texts and has been borne by several saints, contributing to its cultural significance in Ireland. The name gained further recognition through literary works and popular culture, particularly in the 19th century, when it began to be used more widely in English-speaking countries.
Culturally, the name Kasey and its variants have been embraced for their connotations of beauty and gentleness, resonating with themes of kindness and strength. The name has also been associated with various traditions and folklore, particularly in Irish culture, where names often carry deep familial and historical significance.
The diminutive form "Kay" has also been used, highlighting the affectionate and familiar aspects of the name. Overall, Kasey reflects a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural resonance that has allowed it to endure through the centuries.
Famous people named Kasey
In this section, you will find notable people named Kasey. 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 Kasey who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Kasey Kahne is a race car driver best known for winning 18 NASCAR Cup Series races, including the 2008 Coca-Cola 600.
Kasey Musgraves is a singer-songwriter best known for Golden Hour, Same Trailer Different Park, and Pageant Material.
Fictional characters named Kasey
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Kasey is a fictional character from the video game series Life is Strange. They are a supporting character who provides emotional support and guidance to the main protagonist, Max Caulfield.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kasey was first seen in the United States in 1950.
Kasey has ranked as high as #336 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Ohio, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Kasey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kasey 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 Kasey 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 Kasey.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 285 | 180 | 105 |
| 2024 | 312 | 180 | 132 |
| 2023 | 284 | 163 | 121 |
| 2022 | 282 | 138 | 144 |
| 2021 | 287 | 126 | 161 |
| 2020 | 248 | 98 | 150 |
| 2019 | 248 | 90 | 158 |
| 2018 | 270 | 74 | 196 |
| 2017 | 325 | 107 | 218 |
| 2016 | 307 | 99 | 208 |
| 2015 | 340 | 103 | 237 |
| 2014 | 388 | 141 | 247 |
| 2013 | 366 | 119 | 247 |
| 2012 | 401 | 144 | 257 |
| 2011 | 429 | 155 | 274 |
| 2010 | 522 | 177 | 345 |
| 2009 | 562 | 208 | 354 |
| 2008 | 709 | 269 | 440 |
| 2007 | 821 | 327 | 494 |
| 2006 | 853 | 337 | 516 |
| 2005 | 818 | 345 | 473 |
| 2004 | 759 | 272 | 487 |
| 2003 | 692 | 161 | 531 |
| 2002 | 738 | 172 | 566 |
| 2001 | 788 | 171 | 617 |
| 2000 | 968 | 218 | 750 |
| 1999 | 1,072 | 249 | 823 |
| 1998 | 1,293 | 289 | 1,004 |
| 1997 | 1,227 | 283 | 944 |
| 1996 | 1,453 | 330 | 1,123 |
| 1995 | 1,439 | 285 | 1,154 |
| 1994 | 1,467 | 339 | 1,128 |
| 1993 | 1,578 | 378 | 1,200 |
| 1992 | 1,796 | 402 | 1,394 |
| 1991 | 1,770 | 465 | 1,305 |
| 1990 | 1,800 | 467 | 1,333 |
| 1989 | 1,689 | 403 | 1,286 |
| 1988 | 1,696 | 398 | 1,298 |
| 1987 | 1,695 | 380 | 1,315 |
| 1986 | 1,481 | 300 | 1,181 |
| 1985 | 1,176 | 300 | 876 |
| 1984 | 1,138 | 272 | 866 |
| 1983 | 969 | 199 | 770 |
| 1982 | 970 | 246 | 724 |
| 1981 | 1,014 | 268 | 746 |
| 1980 | 893 | 240 | 653 |
| 1979 | 882 | 212 | 670 |
| 1978 | 739 | 228 | 511 |
| 1977 | 529 | 162 | 367 |
| 1976 | 449 | 144 | 305 |
| 1975 | 438 | 129 | 309 |
| 1974 | 382 | 96 | 286 |
| 1973 | 325 | 84 | 241 |
| 1972 | 299 | 67 | 232 |
| 1971 | 232 | 74 | 158 |
| 1970 | 193 | 47 | 146 |
| 1969 | 127 | 31 | 96 |
| 1968 | 133 | 43 | 90 |
| 1967 | 79 | 24 | 55 |
| 1966 | 105 | 32 | 73 |
| 1965 | 104 | 31 | 73 |
| 1964 | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| 1963 | 39 | 14 | 25 |
| 1962 | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| 1961 | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| 1960 | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| 1959 | 27 | 9 | 18 |
| 1958 | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| 1957 | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| 1956 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| 1955 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1950 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Kasey (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 | 35 | |
| CA | 31 | |
| WA | 17 | |
| LA | 12 | |
| NC | 12 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| TN | 8 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| KY | 6 | |
| WI | 5 | |
| AR | 5 | |
| CO | 5 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| MS | 5 | |
| NJ | 5 |