Lacey Unisex
Origin(s)
English; French
Meaning
English: cheerful; French: from Lacey
Historical & Cultural Background
Lacey is derived from the Old French surname 'Lacys', which originally referred to a person from the town of Lassy in Normandy. The name gained popularity as a given name in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. It is often associated with qualities of cheerfulness and lightness.
Trend Summary
Lacey has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Macy, Casey, Gracie, Kacey, Sadie, Bailey, Hattie, Maisie
Variants
- Lacy
International Variants
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Famous people named Lacey
Lacey Turner is an English actress known for her role in the television series 'EastEnders'.
Lacey Chabert is an American actress and voice actress recognized for her work in 'Mean Girls' and various Hallmark films.
Fictional characters named Lacey
Lacey is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for her adventurous spirit.
Lacey is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', serving as a supporting character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lacey was first seen in the United States in 1888. Lacey has ranked as high as #228 nationally which occurred in 1984 and has been most popular in Texas, North Carolina, California, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Lacey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lacey (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 24 | |
| CA | 20 | |
| NC | 20 | |
| PA | 19 | |
| FL | 18 | |
| VA | 18 | |
| OH | 17 | |
| TN | 15 | |
| MO | 15 | |
| NY | 14 | |
| UT | 13 | |
| IN | 11 | |
| KY | 11 | |
| WA | 10 | |
| WI | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 19 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 23 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 28 |
| 1962 | 55 |
| 1963 | 34 |
| 1964 | 25 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 27 |
| 1967 | 31 |
| 1968 | 55 |
| 1969 | 65 |
| 1970 | 89 |
| 1971 | 70 |
| 1972 | 70 |
| 1973 | 94 |
| 1974 | 83 |
| 1975 | 294 |
| 1976 | 242 |
| 1977 | 304 |
| 1978 | 788 |
| 1979 | 789 |
| 1980 | 897 |
| 1981 | 1,369 |
| 1982 | 2,382 |
| 1983 | 2,383 |
| 1984 | 2,399 |
| 1985 | 2,359 |
| 1986 | 2,266 |
| 1987 | 2,399 |
| 1988 | 2,243 |
| 1989 | 2,076 |
| 1990 | 2,047 |
| 1991 | 2,071 |
| 1992 | 1,754 |
| 1993 | 1,522 |
| 1994 | 1,398 |
| 1995 | 1,210 |
| 1996 | 1,053 |
| 1997 | 989 |
| 1998 | 941 |
| 1999 | 867 |
| 2000 | 793 |
| 2001 | 693 |
| 2002 | 602 |
| 2003 | 812 |
| 2004 | 714 |
| 2005 | 696 |
| 2006 | 712 |
| 2007 | 839 |
| 2008 | 795 |
| 2009 | 740 |
| 2010 | 705 |
| 2011 | 708 |
| 2012 | 623 |
| 2013 | 658 |
| 2014 | 654 |
| 2015 | 675 |
| 2016 | 638 |
| 2017 | 502 |
| 2018 | 457 |
| 2019 | 446 |
| 2020 | 394 |
| 2021 | 346 |
| 2022 | 317 |
| 2023 | 370 |
| 2024 | 376 |