Kayci Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-see / /ˈkeɪ.si/English; Irish
Meaning
English: alert; Irish: descendant of Caoi; variant of Kacey
Historical & Cultural Background
Kayci is a modern variant of the name Kacey, which has roots in both English and Irish cultures. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often used as a feminine name, though it can also be unisex. The name reflects a trend towards creative spellings of traditional names.
Trend Summary
Kayci has seen a rise in popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kacey
- Kaci
- Kacy
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kayci was first seen in the United States in 1974. Kayci has ranked as high as #1150 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Kayci has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kayci (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 34 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 36 |
| 1987 | 35 |
| 1988 | 43 |
| 1989 | 61 |
| 1990 | 77 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 54 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1996 | 34 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 51 |
| 1999 | 51 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 39 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 39 |
| 2007 | 43 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 26 |