Casey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-see / /ˈkeɪ.si/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: vigilant; English: brave in battle
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Casey has roots in both Irish and English cultures. In Irish, it is derived from the surname Ó Cathasaigh, which means 'descendant of Cathasach.' The name gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, often used as a unisex name. It has been associated with various cultural references, including literature and sports.
Trend Summary
Casey has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kacey
- Cacey
International Variants
- Kasey (English)
- Casi (Spanish)
Famous people named Casey
Casey Affleck is an American actor and director known for his roles in films such as 'Manchester by the Sea.'.
Casey Kasem was an American radio personality and voice actor, famous for hosting the 'American Top 40' countdown.
Casey Stengel was an American Major League Baseball player and manager, known for his time with the New York Yankees.
Casey Neistat is an American filmmaker and YouTube personality recognized for his innovative video content.
Fictional characters named Casey
Casey Becker is a character in the 'Scream' film franchise, known for being one of the first victims in the series.
Casey Jones is a character from the 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' franchise, known for being a vigilante ally of the turtles.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Casey was first seen in the United States in 1888. Casey has ranked as high as #163 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, New York, Florida, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Casey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Casey (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 105 | |
CA | 93 | |
PA | 53 | |
FL | 49 | |
NY | 48 | |
WA | 43 | |
OH | 42 | |
IL | 41 | |
VA | 37 | |
MA | 36 | |
MI | 35 | |
NC | 32 | |
TN | 29 | |
MO | 25 | |
CT | 24 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1888 | 6 |
1890 | 5 |
1892 | 7 |
1894 | 9 |
1895 | 5 |
1897 | 5 |
1898 | 6 |
1900 | 13 |
1901 | 7 |
1903 | 10 |
1904 | 7 |
1905 | 5 |
1906 | 12 |
1907 | 8 |
1908 | 11 |
1909 | 16 |
1910 | 19 |
1911 | 33 |
1912 | 45 |
1913 | 44 |
1914 | 48 |
1915 | 53 |
1916 | 46 |
1917 | 38 |
1918 | 63 |
1919 | 55 |
1920 | 44 |
1921 | 39 |
1922 | 42 |
1923 | 36 |
1924 | 45 |
1925 | 26 |
1926 | 35 |
1927 | 29 |
1928 | 24 |
1929 | 27 |
1930 | 19 |
1931 | 25 |
1932 | 31 |
1933 | 35 |
1934 | 22 |
1935 | 25 |
1936 | 35 |
1937 | 32 |
1938 | 21 |
1939 | 32 |
1940 | 24 |
1941 | 30 |
1942 | 56 |
1943 | 41 |
1944 | 47 |
1945 | 41 |
1946 | 56 |
1947 | 73 |
1948 | 88 |
1949 | 115 |
1950 | 117 |
1951 | 154 |
1952 | 180 |
1953 | 179 |
1954 | 236 |
1955 | 298 |
1956 | 352 |
1957 | 368 |
1958 | 374 |
1959 | 398 |
1960 | 347 |
1961 | 360 |
1962 | 517 |
1963 | 369 |
1964 | 394 |
1965 | 442 |
1966 | 563 |
1967 | 503 |
1968 | 552 |
1969 | 677 |
1970 | 899 |
1971 | 1,125 |
1972 | 1,191 |
1973 | 1,277 |
1974 | 1,729 |
1975 | 1,960 |
1976 | 2,126 |
1977 | 2,596 |
1978 | 3,003 |
1979 | 3,082 |
1980 | 3,215 |
1981 | 3,518 |
1982 | 3,427 |
1983 | 3,228 |
1984 | 3,511 |
1985 | 3,490 |
1986 | 3,762 |
1987 | 3,926 |
1988 | 4,039 |
1989 | 3,850 |
1990 | 4,133 |
1991 | 4,107 |
1992 | 3,575 |
1993 | 3,180 |
1994 | 3,046 |
1995 | 2,629 |
1996 | 2,464 |
1997 | 2,098 |
1998 | 1,975 |
1999 | 2,043 |
2000 | 1,822 |
2001 | 1,555 |
2002 | 1,399 |
2003 | 1,253 |
2004 | 1,271 |
2005 | 1,101 |
2006 | 1,070 |
2007 | 985 |
2008 | 976 |
2009 | 829 |
2010 | 706 |
2011 | 649 |
2012 | 557 |
2013 | 559 |
2014 | 523 |
2015 | 517 |
2016 | 514 |
2017 | 545 |
2018 | 469 |
2019 | 539 |
2020 | 553 |
2021 | 686 |
2022 | 1,006 |
2023 | 1,054 |
2024 | 1,096 |