Lacey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAY-see / /ˈleɪ.si/English; French
Meaning
English: from the Lacey family; French: cheerful
Historical & Cultural Background
Lacey is derived from a surname that originated from a place name in Normandy, France. The name became popular as a given name in English-speaking countries. It has historically been associated with nobility and land ownership. In contemporary usage, Lacey is often considered a unisex name, though it is more commonly used for girls.
Trend Summary
Lacey has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lacy
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lacey was first seen in the United States in 1886. Lacey has ranked as high as #964 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in Georgia, Mississippi, Kentucky, North Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Lacey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lacey (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 20 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 23 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1924 | 17 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 17 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 21 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 23 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 22 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 27 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 27 |
| 1953 | 20 |
| 1954 | 17 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |