Kacey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-see / ˈkeɪsiIrish; English
Meaning
Irish: vigilant; English: from the case
Historical & Cultural Background
Kacey is often considered a modern variant of the name Casey, which has Irish origins. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States. It is used for both boys and girls, although it is more commonly associated with females in recent years. The name reflects a trend towards unisex names in contemporary naming practices.
Trend Summary
Kacey has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often appearing as a unisex name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Casey
- Kasey
International Variants
- Kasey (English)
Famous people named Kacey
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Fictional characters named Kacey
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kacey was first seen in the United States in 1965. Kacey has ranked as high as #1143 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kacey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kacey (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 31 | |
| GA | 18 | |
| VA | 13 | |
| NC | 13 | |
| CA | 10 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| AL | 7 | |
| LA | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| MS | 6 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 38 |
| 1978 | 33 |
| 1979 | 47 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 32 |
| 1983 | 49 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 43 |
| 1986 | 43 |
| 1987 | 42 |
| 1988 | 59 |
| 1989 | 50 |
| 1990 | 64 |
| 1991 | 61 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 52 |
| 1994 | 63 |
| 1995 | 54 |
| 1996 | 64 |
| 1997 | 79 |
| 1998 | 74 |
| 1999 | 73 |
| 2000 | 67 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 46 |
| 2003 | 48 |
| 2004 | 42 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 43 |
| 2007 | 46 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 31 |
| 2017 | 40 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 72 |
| 2020 | 163 |
| 2021 | 220 |
| 2022 | 202 |
| 2023 | 210 |
| 2024 | 211 |